Houston
OttawaVS
Ottawa is 7% cheaper than Houston overall.
| Houston | Ottawa | |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR City Centre) | $2,098.20 CAD | $1,900.00 CAD |
| Rent (1BR Outside Centre) | $1,748.50 CAD | $1,650.00 CAD |
| Groceries Index | 98 | 101 |
| Monthly Transit Pass | $125.89 CAD | $128.00 CAD |
| Utilities (monthly) | $237.80 CAD | $145.00 CAD |
| Gas (per litre) | $1.09 CAD | $1.60 CAD |
| Mid-range Meal | $30.77 CAD | $26.00 CAD |
| Gym Membership | $55.95 CAD | $55.00 CAD |
| Childcare (monthly) | $1,678.56 CAD | $1,000.00 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 Houston...
You would need $55,976 in Ottawa to maintain the same lifestyle.
Frequently asked questions
Is Houston cheaper than Ottawa?
Ottawa is 7% cheaper than Houston overall.
How much is rent in Houston vs Ottawa?
A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,500 USD per month in Houston and $1,900 CAD in Ottawa. Outside the centre, it is $1,250 USD in Houston and $1,650 CAD in Ottawa.
What salary do I need to move from Houston to Ottawa?
On average, you need about 93% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Houston is roughly equivalent to $55,976 in Ottawa.