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Vancouver vs Toronto

Canada vs Canada · 3,354 km apart

Vancouver

Canada

$1,690 ($1,242)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Toronto

Canada

$1,952 ($1,435)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseVancouverTorontoCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$11.29$12.87Vancouver
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$45.14$51.48Vancouver
Cappuccino$3.39$3.86Vancouver
Monthly groceries (single person)$256$292Vancouver
Monthly public transport pass$41.38$47.19Vancouver
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$109$124Vancouver
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$31.60$36.04Vancouver
Fitness club membership$31.60$36.04Vancouver
Cinema ticket$8.28$9.44Vancouver
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$704$830Vancouver
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$490$577Vancouver
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,470$1,732Vancouver
Total single-person budget$1,242$1,435Vancouver
Average net salary$3,648$4,160

Verdict

Vancouver is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Vancouver runs about $1,242 versus $1,435 in Toronto — a difference of roughly 16%.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vancouver cheaper than Toronto?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,242 per month in Vancouver versus $1,435 in Toronto — about 16% less.
How far is Vancouver from Toronto?
The straight-line distance between Vancouver and Toronto is approximately 3,354 km (2,084 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Vancouver or Toronto?
The estimated average net salary is $3,648 in Vancouver and $4,160 in Toronto. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,406 in Vancouver versus $2,725 in Toronto per month.