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single / month
Cheaper overallCanada
single / month
| Expense | Nelson | Calgary | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $8.91 | $11.29 | Nelson |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $35.64 | $45.14 | Nelson |
| Cappuccino | $2.67 | $3.39 | Nelson |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $202 | $256 | Nelson |
| Monthly public transport pass | $32.67 | $41.38 | Nelson |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $86.13 | $109 | Nelson |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $24.95 | $31.60 | Nelson |
| Fitness club membership | $24.95 | $31.60 | Nelson |
| Cinema ticket | $6.53 | $8.28 | Nelson |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $524 | $704 | Nelson |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $365 | $490 | Nelson |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,094 | $1,470 | Nelson |
| Total single-person budget | $959 | $1,242 | Nelson |
| Average net salary | $2,880 | $3,648 |
Nelson is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Nelson runs about $959 versus $1,242 in Calgary — a difference of roughly 30%.
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 Nelson · Full cost of living in Calgary