City Cost Report
Coquitlam skyline
Coquitlam
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Coquitlam is 15% cheaper than Toronto overall.

CoquitlamToronto
Rent (1BR City Centre)$2,100.00 CAD$2,450.00 CAD
Rent (1BR Outside Centre)$1,800.00 CAD$2,100.00 CAD
Groceries Index108108
Monthly Transit Pass$105.00 CAD$156.00 CAD
Utilities (monthly)$130.00 CAD$160.00 CAD
Gas (per litre)$1.83 CAD$1.65 CAD
Mid-range Meal$27.00 CAD$28.00 CAD
Gym Membership$55.00 CAD$70.00 CAD
Childcare (monthly)$1,300.00 CAD$1,750.00 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.

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If you earn $in Coquitlam...

You would need $70,716 in Toronto to maintain the same lifestyle.

Frequently asked questions

Is Coquitlam cheaper than Toronto?

Coquitlam is 15% cheaper than Toronto overall.

How much is rent in Coquitlam vs Toronto?

A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $2,100 CAD per month in Coquitlam and $2,450 CAD in Toronto. Outside the centre, it is $1,800 CAD in Coquitlam and $2,100 CAD in Toronto.

What salary do I need to move from Coquitlam to Toronto?

On average, you need about 118% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Coquitlam is roughly equivalent to $70,716 in Toronto.

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