Houston
SurreyVS
Houston and Surrey have similar costs overall.
| Houston | Surrey | |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR City Centre) | $2,098.20 CAD | $2,050.00 CAD |
| Rent (1BR Outside Centre) | $1,748.50 CAD | $1,750.00 CAD |
| Groceries Index | 98 | 108 |
| Monthly Transit Pass | $125.89 CAD | $105.00 CAD |
| Utilities (monthly) | $237.80 CAD | $130.00 CAD |
| Gas (per litre) | $1.09 CAD | $1.82 CAD |
| Mid-range Meal | $30.77 CAD | $27.00 CAD |
| Gym Membership | $55.95 CAD | $55.00 CAD |
| Childcare (monthly) | $1,678.56 CAD | $1,250.00 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 $58,225 in Surrey to maintain the same lifestyle.
Frequently asked questions
Is Houston cheaper than Surrey?
Houston and Surrey have similar costs overall.
How much is rent in Houston vs Surrey?
A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,500 USD per month in Houston and $2,050 CAD in Surrey. Outside the centre, it is $1,250 USD in Houston and $1,750 CAD in Surrey.
What salary do I need to move from Houston to Surrey?
On average, you need about 97% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Houston is roughly equivalent to $58,225 in Surrey.