City Cost Report
Kelowna skyline
Kelowna
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Montreal is 14% cheaper than Kelowna overall.

KelownaMontreal
Rent (1BR City Centre)$1,950.00 CAD$1,750.00 CAD
Rent (1BR Outside Centre)$1,650.00 CAD$1,450.00 CAD
Groceries Index10598
Monthly Transit Pass$80.00 CAD$97.00 CAD
Utilities (monthly)$125.00 CAD$110.00 CAD
Gas (per litre)$1.78 CAD$1.70 CAD
Mid-range Meal$26.00 CAD$25.00 CAD
Gym Membership$55.00 CAD$45.00 CAD
Childcare (monthly)$1,100.00 CAD$220.00 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 Kelowna...

You would need $51,579 in Montreal to maintain the same lifestyle.

Frequently asked questions

Is Kelowna cheaper than Montreal?

Montreal is 14% cheaper than Kelowna overall.

How much is rent in Kelowna vs Montreal?

A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,950 CAD per month in Kelowna and $1,750 CAD in Montreal. Outside the centre, it is $1,650 CAD in Kelowna and $1,450 CAD in Montreal.

What salary do I need to move from Kelowna to Montreal?

On average, you need about 86% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Kelowna is roughly equivalent to $51,579 in Montreal.

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