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Hamilton vs Vancouver

Canada vs Canada · 3,342 km apart

Hamilton

Canada

$1,560 ($1,147)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Vancouver

Canada

$1,690 ($1,242)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseHamiltonVancouverCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$10.49$11.29Hamilton
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$41.98$45.14Hamilton
Cappuccino$3.15$3.39Hamilton
Monthly groceries (single person)$238$256Hamilton
Monthly public transport pass$38.48$41.38Hamilton
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$101$109Hamilton
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$29.38$31.60Hamilton
Fitness club membership$29.38$31.60Hamilton
Cinema ticket$7.70$8.28Hamilton
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$643$704Hamilton
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$447$490Hamilton
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,342$1,470Hamilton
Total single-person budget$1,147$1,242Hamilton
Average net salary$3,392$3,648

Verdict

Hamilton is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Hamilton runs about $1,147 versus $1,242 in Vancouver — a difference of roughly 8%.

Salary-adjusted, Vancouver 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 Hamilton  ·  Full cost of living in Vancouver

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hamilton cheaper than Vancouver?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,147 per month in Hamilton versus $1,242 in Vancouver — about 8% less.
How far is Hamilton from Vancouver?
The straight-line distance between Hamilton and Vancouver is approximately 3,342 km (2,077 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Hamilton or Vancouver?
The estimated average net salary is $3,392 in Hamilton and $3,648 in Vancouver. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,245 in Hamilton versus $2,406 in Vancouver per month.