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Winnipeg vs Edmonton

Canada vs Canada · 1,194 km apart

Winnipeg

Canada

$1,560 ($1,147)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Edmonton

Canada

$1,690 ($1,242)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Salary-adjusted, Edmonton 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 Winnipeg  ·  Full cost of living in Edmonton

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Winnipeg cheaper than Edmonton?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,147 per month in Winnipeg versus $1,242 in Edmonton — about 8% less.
How far is Winnipeg from Edmonton?
The straight-line distance between Winnipeg and Edmonton is approximately 1,194 km (742 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Winnipeg or Edmonton?
The estimated average net salary is $3,392 in Winnipeg and $3,648 in Edmonton. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,245 in Winnipeg versus $2,406 in Edmonton per month.