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Miami is 3% cheaper than Los Angeles overall.

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Los AngelesMiami
Rent (1BR City Centre)$3,503.50 CAD$3,643.64 CAD
Rent (1BR Outside Centre)$2,872.87 CAD$2,942.94 CAD
Groceries Index112108
Monthly Transit Pass$140.14 CAD$156.96 CAD
Utilities (monthly)$210.21 CAD$210.21 CAD
Gas (per litre)$1.75 CAD$1.33 CAD
Mid-range Meal$35.04 CAD$33.63 CAD
Gym Membership$77.08 CAD$77.08 CAD
Childcare (monthly)$2,382.38 CAD$1,961.96 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 Los Angeles...

You would need $57,948 in Miami to maintain the same lifestyle.

Frequently asked questions

Is Los Angeles cheaper than Miami?

Miami is 3% cheaper than Los Angeles overall.

How much is rent in Los Angeles vs Miami?

A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $2,500 USD per month in Los Angeles and $2,600 USD in Miami. Outside the centre, it is $2,050 USD in Los Angeles and $2,100 USD in Miami.

What salary do I need to move from Los Angeles to Miami?

On average, you need about 97% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Los Angeles is roughly equivalent to $57,948 in Miami.

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