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Coquitlam is 29% cheaper than Los Angeles overall.

CoquitlamLos Angeles
Rent (1BR City Centre)$2,100.00 CAD$3,497.00 CAD
Rent (1BR Outside Centre)$1,800.00 CAD$2,867.54 CAD
Groceries Index108112
Monthly Transit Pass$105.00 CAD$139.88 CAD
Utilities (monthly)$130.00 CAD$209.82 CAD
Gas (per litre)$1.83 CAD$1.75 CAD
Mid-range Meal$27.00 CAD$34.97 CAD
Gym Membership$55.00 CAD$76.93 CAD
Childcare (monthly)$1,300.00 CAD$2,377.96 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 Coquitlam...

You would need $84,801 in Los Angeles to maintain the same lifestyle.

Frequently asked questions

Is Coquitlam cheaper than Los Angeles?

Coquitlam is 29% cheaper than Los Angeles overall.

How much is rent in Coquitlam vs Los Angeles?

A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $2,100 CAD per month in Coquitlam and $2,500 USD in Los Angeles. Outside the centre, it is $1,800 CAD in Coquitlam and $2,050 USD in Los Angeles.

What salary do I need to move from Coquitlam to Los Angeles?

On average, you need about 141% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Coquitlam is roughly equivalent to $84,801 in Los Angeles.

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