City Cost Report
London skyline
London
Montreal skyline
Montreal
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Montreal is 12% cheaper than London overall.

LondonMontreal
Rent (1BR City Centre)$1,700.00 CAD$1,750.00 CAD
Rent (1BR Outside Centre)$1,450.00 CAD$1,450.00 CAD
Groceries Index10098
Monthly Transit Pass$100.00 CAD$97.00 CAD
Utilities (monthly)$140.00 CAD$110.00 CAD
Gas (per litre)$1.60 CAD$1.70 CAD
Mid-range Meal$24.00 CAD$25.00 CAD
Gym Membership$50.00 CAD$45.00 CAD
Childcare (monthly)$1,200.00 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 London...

You would need $53,018 in Montreal to maintain the same lifestyle.

Frequently asked questions

Is London cheaper than Montreal?

Montreal is 12% cheaper than London overall.

How much is rent in London vs Montreal?

A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,700 CAD per month in London and $1,750 CAD in Montreal. Outside the centre, it is $1,450 CAD in London and $1,450 CAD in Montreal.

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

On average, you need about 88% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in London is roughly equivalent to $53,018 in Montreal.

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