City Cost Report
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Lévis is 75% cheaper than New York overall.

LévisNew York
Rent (1BR City Centre)$1,200.00 CAD$5,455.32 CAD
Rent (1BR Outside Centre)$980.00 CAD$4,336.28 CAD
Groceries Index96120
Monthly Transit Pass$90.00 CAD$184.64 CAD
Utilities (monthly)$105.00 CAD$223.81 CAD
Gas (per litre)$1.69 CAD$1.47 CAD
Mid-range Meal$23.00 CAD$41.96 CAD
Gym Membership$40.00 CAD$111.90 CAD
Childcare (monthly)$195.00 CAD$3,077.36 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.

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If you earn $in Lévis...

You would need $237,843 in New York to maintain the same lifestyle.

Frequently asked questions

Is Lévis cheaper than New York?

Lévis is 75% cheaper than New York overall.

How much is rent in Lévis vs New York?

A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,200 CAD per month in Lévis and $3,900 USD in New York. Outside the centre, it is $980 CAD in Lévis and $3,100 USD in New York.

What salary do I need to move from Lévis to New York?

On average, you need about 396% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Lévis is roughly equivalent to $237,843 in New York.

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