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Quebec City vs Ottawa

Canada vs Canada · 379 km apart

Quebec City

Canada

$1,560 ($1,147)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Ottawa

Canada

$1,690 ($1,242)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Salary-adjusted, Ottawa 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 Quebec City · Full cost of living in Ottawa

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quebec City cheaper than Ottawa?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,147 per month in Quebec City versus $1,242 in Ottawa — about 8% less.

How far is Quebec City from Ottawa?

The straight-line distance between Quebec City and Ottawa is approximately 379 km (235 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Quebec City or Ottawa?

The estimated average net salary is $3,392 in Quebec City and $3,648 in Ottawa. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,245 in Quebec City versus $2,406 in Ottawa per month.