Los Angeles
OttawaVS
Ottawa is 29% cheaper than Los Angeles overall.
| Los Angeles | Ottawa | |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR City Centre) | $3,497.00 CAD | $1,900.00 CAD |
| Rent (1BR Outside Centre) | $2,867.54 CAD | $1,650.00 CAD |
| Groceries Index | 112 | 101 |
| Monthly Transit Pass | $139.88 CAD | $128.00 CAD |
| Utilities (monthly) | $209.82 CAD | $145.00 CAD |
| Gas (per litre) | $1.75 CAD | $1.60 CAD |
| Mid-range Meal | $34.97 CAD | $26.00 CAD |
| Gym Membership | $76.93 CAD | $55.00 CAD |
| Childcare (monthly) | $2,377.96 CAD | $1,000.00 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 Los Angeles...
You would need $42,804 in Ottawa to maintain the same lifestyle.
Frequently asked questions
Is Los Angeles cheaper than Ottawa?
Ottawa is 29% cheaper than Los Angeles overall.
How much is rent in Los Angeles vs Ottawa?
A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $2,500 USD per month in Los Angeles and $1,900 CAD in Ottawa. Outside the centre, it is $2,050 USD in Los Angeles and $1,650 CAD in Ottawa.
What salary do I need to move from Los Angeles to Ottawa?
On average, you need about 71% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Los Angeles is roughly equivalent to $42,804 in Ottawa.