Calgary
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Calgary is 12% cheaper than Houston overall.
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| Calgary | Houston | |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR City Centre) | $1,700.00 CAD | $2,102.10 CAD |
| Rent (1BR Outside Centre) | $1,450.00 CAD | $1,751.75 CAD |
| Groceries Index | 102 | 98 |
| Monthly Transit Pass | $115.00 CAD | $126.13 CAD |
| Utilities (monthly) | $195.00 CAD | $238.24 CAD |
| Gas (per litre) | $1.45 CAD | $1.09 CAD |
| Mid-range Meal | $25.00 CAD | $30.83 CAD |
| Gym Membership | $55.00 CAD | $56.06 CAD |
| Childcare (monthly) | $1,100.00 CAD | $1,681.68 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 Calgary...
You would need $68,393 in Houston to maintain the same lifestyle.
Frequently asked questions
Is Calgary cheaper than Houston?
Calgary is 12% cheaper than Houston overall.
How much is rent in Calgary vs Houston?
A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,700 CAD per month in Calgary and $1,500 USD in Houston. Outside the centre, it is $1,450 CAD in Calgary and $1,250 USD in Houston.
What salary do I need to move from Calgary to Houston?
On average, you need about 114% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Calgary is roughly equivalent to $68,393 in Houston.