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St. Thomas vs Ottawa

Canada vs Canada · 528 km apart

St. Thomas

Canada

$1,304 ($959)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Ottawa

Canada

$1,690 ($1,242)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseSt. ThomasOttawaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$8.91$11.29St. Thomas
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$35.64$45.14St. Thomas
Cappuccino$2.67$3.39St. Thomas
Monthly groceries (single person)$202$256St. Thomas
Monthly public transport pass$32.67$41.38St. Thomas
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$86.13$109St. Thomas
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$24.95$31.60St. Thomas
Fitness club membership$24.95$31.60St. Thomas
Cinema ticket$6.53$8.28St. Thomas
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$524$704St. Thomas
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$365$490St. Thomas
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,094$1,470St. Thomas
Total single-person budget$959$1,242St. Thomas
Average net salary$2,880$3,648

Verdict

St. Thomas is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in St. Thomas runs about $959 versus $1,242 in Ottawa — a difference of roughly 30%.

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 St. Thomas  ·  Full cost of living in Ottawa

Frequently Asked Questions

Is St. Thomas cheaper than Ottawa?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $959 per month in St. Thomas versus $1,242 in Ottawa — about 30% less.
How far is St. Thomas from Ottawa?
The straight-line distance between St. Thomas and Ottawa is approximately 528 km (328 miles).
Which city has better salaries, St. Thomas or Ottawa?
The estimated average net salary is $2,880 in St. Thomas and $3,648 in Ottawa. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,921 in St. Thomas versus $2,406 in Ottawa per month.