City Cost Report
Brampton skyline
Brampton
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Montreal is 22% cheaper than Brampton overall.

BramptonMontreal
Rent (1BR City Centre)$1,950.00 CAD$1,750.00 CAD
Rent (1BR Outside Centre)$1,700.00 CAD$1,450.00 CAD
Groceries Index10598
Monthly Transit Pass$156.00 CAD$97.00 CAD
Utilities (monthly)$150.00 CAD$110.00 CAD
Gas (per litre)$1.63 CAD$1.70 CAD
Mid-range Meal$25.00 CAD$25.00 CAD
Gym Membership$55.00 CAD$45.00 CAD
Childcare (monthly)$1,450.00 CAD$220.00 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.

Salary Equivalence Calculator

If you earn $in Brampton...

You would need $47,011 in Montreal to maintain the same lifestyle.

Frequently asked questions

Is Brampton cheaper than Montreal?

Montreal is 22% cheaper than Brampton overall.

How much is rent in Brampton vs Montreal?

A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,950 CAD per month in Brampton and $1,750 CAD in Montreal. Outside the centre, it is $1,700 CAD in Brampton and $1,450 CAD in Montreal.

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

On average, you need about 78% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Brampton is roughly equivalent to $47,011 in Montreal.

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