City Cost Report
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Lethbridge
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Lethbridge is 38% cheaper than Toronto overall.

LethbridgeToronto
Rent (1BR City Centre)$1,150.00 CAD$2,450.00 CAD
Rent (1BR Outside Centre)$950.00 CAD$2,100.00 CAD
Groceries Index99108
Monthly Transit Pass$80.00 CAD$156.00 CAD
Utilities (monthly)$175.00 CAD$160.00 CAD
Gas (per litre)$1.38 CAD$1.65 CAD
Mid-range Meal$21.00 CAD$28.00 CAD
Gym Membership$45.00 CAD$70.00 CAD
Childcare (monthly)$850.00 CAD$1,750.00 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 Lethbridge...

You would need $96,263 in Toronto to maintain the same lifestyle.

Frequently asked questions

Is Lethbridge cheaper than Toronto?

Lethbridge is 38% cheaper than Toronto overall.

How much is rent in Lethbridge vs Toronto?

A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,150 CAD per month in Lethbridge and $2,450 CAD in Toronto. Outside the centre, it is $950 CAD in Lethbridge and $2,100 CAD in Toronto.

What salary do I need to move from Lethbridge to Toronto?

On average, you need about 160% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Lethbridge is roughly equivalent to $96,263 in Toronto.

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