Houston
Red DeerVS
Red Deer is 21% cheaper than Houston overall.
| Houston | Red Deer | |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR City Centre) | $2,098.20 CAD | $1,250.00 CAD |
| Rent (1BR Outside Centre) | $1,748.50 CAD | $1,050.00 CAD |
| Groceries Index | 98 | 100 |
| Monthly Transit Pass | $125.89 CAD | $95.00 CAD |
| Utilities (monthly) | $237.80 CAD | $180.00 CAD |
| Gas (per litre) | $1.09 CAD | $1.40 CAD |
| Mid-range Meal | $30.77 CAD | $22.00 CAD |
| Gym Membership | $55.95 CAD | $48.00 CAD |
| Childcare (monthly) | $1,678.56 CAD | $900.00 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 $47,469 in Red Deer to maintain the same lifestyle.
Frequently asked questions
Is Houston cheaper than Red Deer?
Red Deer is 21% cheaper than Houston overall.
How much is rent in Houston vs Red Deer?
A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,500 USD per month in Houston and $1,250 CAD in Red Deer. Outside the centre, it is $1,250 USD in Houston and $1,050 CAD in Red Deer.
What salary do I need to move from Houston to Red Deer?
On average, you need about 79% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Houston is roughly equivalent to $47,469 in Red Deer.