City Cost Report
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Edmonton is 55% cheaper than New York overall.

EdmontonNew York
Rent (1BR City Centre)$1,400.00 CAD$5,455.32 CAD
Rent (1BR Outside Centre)$1,200.00 CAD$4,336.28 CAD
Groceries Index100120
Monthly Transit Pass$100.00 CAD$184.64 CAD
Utilities (monthly)$185.00 CAD$223.81 CAD
Gas (per litre)$1.40 CAD$1.47 CAD
Mid-range Meal$24.00 CAD$41.96 CAD
Gym Membership$50.00 CAD$111.90 CAD
Childcare (monthly)$950.00 CAD$3,077.36 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 Edmonton...

You would need $133,609 in New York to maintain the same lifestyle.

Frequently asked questions

Is Edmonton cheaper than New York?

Edmonton is 55% cheaper than New York overall.

How much is rent in Edmonton vs New York?

A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,400 CAD per month in Edmonton and $3,900 USD in New York. Outside the centre, it is $1,200 CAD in Edmonton and $3,100 USD in New York.

What salary do I need to move from Edmonton to New York?

On average, you need about 223% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Edmonton is roughly equivalent to $133,609 in New York.

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