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Brampton is 5% cheaper than Houston overall.

BramptonHouston
Rent (1BR City Centre)$1,950.00 CAD$2,098.20 CAD
Rent (1BR Outside Centre)$1,700.00 CAD$1,748.50 CAD
Groceries Index10598
Monthly Transit Pass$156.00 CAD$125.89 CAD
Utilities (monthly)$150.00 CAD$237.80 CAD
Gas (per litre)$1.63 CAD$1.09 CAD
Mid-range Meal$25.00 CAD$30.77 CAD
Gym Membership$55.00 CAD$55.95 CAD
Childcare (monthly)$1,450.00 CAD$1,678.56 CAD

Each city is shown in your selected currency (toggle CAD/USD in the header); cheaper values are highlighted after converting to a common currency. Updated June 2026.

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If you earn $in Brampton...

You would need $63,369 in Houston to maintain the same lifestyle.

Frequently asked questions

Is Brampton cheaper than Houston?

Brampton is 5% cheaper than Houston overall.

How much is rent in Brampton vs Houston?

A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,950 CAD per month in Brampton and $1,500 USD in Houston. Outside the centre, it is $1,700 CAD in Brampton and $1,250 USD in Houston.

What salary do I need to move from Brampton to Houston?

On average, you need about 106% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Brampton is roughly equivalent to $63,369 in Houston.

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