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St. Albert vs Calgary

Canada vs Canada · 288 km apart

St. Albert

Canada

$1,463 ($1,076)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Calgary

Canada

$1,690 ($1,242)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

St. Albert is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in St. Albert 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 St. Albert  ·  Full cost of living in Calgary

Frequently Asked Questions

Is St. Albert cheaper than Calgary?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,076 per month in St. Albert versus $1,242 in Calgary — about 15% less.
How far is St. Albert from Calgary?
The straight-line distance between St. Albert and Calgary is approximately 288 km (179 miles).
Which city has better salaries, St. Albert or Calgary?
The estimated average net salary is $3,200 in St. Albert and $3,648 in Calgary. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,124 in St. Albert versus $2,406 in Calgary per month.