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Guelph vs Calgary

Canada vs Canada · 2,656 km apart

Guelph

Canada

$1,463 ($1,076)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Calgary

Canada

$1,690 ($1,242)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseGuelphCalgaryCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$9.90$11.29Guelph
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$39.60$45.14Guelph
Cappuccino$2.97$3.39Guelph
Monthly groceries (single person)$224$256Guelph
Monthly public transport pass$36.30$41.38Guelph
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$95.70$109Guelph
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$27.72$31.60Guelph
Fitness club membership$27.72$31.60Guelph
Cinema ticket$7.26$8.28Guelph
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$598$704Guelph
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$416$490Guelph
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,248$1,470Guelph
Total single-person budget$1,076$1,242Guelph
Average net salary$3,200$3,648

Verdict

Guelph is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Guelph runs about $1,076 versus $1,242 in Calgary — a difference of roughly 15%.

Salary-adjusted, Calgary leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Guelph  ·  Full cost of living in Calgary

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Guelph cheaper than Calgary?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,076 per month in Guelph versus $1,242 in Calgary — about 15% less.
How far is Guelph from Calgary?
The straight-line distance between Guelph and Calgary is approximately 2,656 km (1,650 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Guelph or Calgary?
The estimated average net salary is $3,200 in Guelph and $3,648 in Calgary. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,124 in Guelph versus $2,406 in Calgary per month.