Longueuil
MontrealVS
Longueuil is 7% cheaper than Montreal overall.
| Longueuil | Montreal | |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR City Centre) | $1,450.00 CAD | $1,750.00 CAD |
| Rent (1BR Outside Centre) | $1,200.00 CAD | $1,450.00 CAD |
| Groceries Index | 97 | 98 |
| Monthly Transit Pass | $97.00 CAD | $97.00 CAD |
| Utilities (monthly) | $110.00 CAD | $110.00 CAD |
| Gas (per litre) | $1.69 CAD | $1.70 CAD |
| Mid-range Meal | $23.00 CAD | $25.00 CAD |
| Gym Membership | $42.00 CAD | $45.00 CAD |
| Childcare (monthly) | $205.00 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.
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If you earn $in Longueuil...
You would need $64,420 in Montreal to maintain the same lifestyle.
Frequently asked questions
Is Longueuil cheaper than Montreal?
Longueuil is 7% cheaper than Montreal overall.
How much is rent in Longueuil vs Montreal?
A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,450 CAD per month in Longueuil and $1,750 CAD in Montreal. Outside the centre, it is $1,200 CAD in Longueuil and $1,450 CAD in Montreal.
What salary do I need to move from Longueuil to Montreal?
On average, you need about 107% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Longueuil is roughly equivalent to $64,420 in Montreal.