City Cost Report
Houston skyline
Houston
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Regina is 22% cheaper than Houston overall.

HoustonRegina
Rent (1BR City Centre)$2,098.20 CAD$1,200.00 CAD
Rent (1BR Outside Centre)$1,748.50 CAD$1,000.00 CAD
Groceries Index9898
Monthly Transit Pass$125.89 CAD$94.00 CAD
Utilities (monthly)$237.80 CAD$175.00 CAD
Gas (per litre)$1.09 CAD$1.47 CAD
Mid-range Meal$30.77 CAD$23.00 CAD
Gym Membership$55.95 CAD$45.00 CAD
Childcare (monthly)$1,678.56 CAD$850.00 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 $46,879 in Regina to maintain the same lifestyle.

Frequently asked questions

Is Houston cheaper than Regina?

Regina is 22% cheaper than Houston overall.

How much is rent in Houston vs Regina?

A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,500 USD per month in Houston and $1,200 CAD in Regina. Outside the centre, it is $1,250 USD in Houston and $1,000 CAD in Regina.

What salary do I need to move from Houston to Regina?

On average, you need about 78% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Houston is roughly equivalent to $46,879 in Regina.

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