City Cost Report
Los Angeles skyline
Los Angeles
Winnipeg skyline
Winnipeg
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Winnipeg is 38% cheaper than Los Angeles overall.

Los AngelesWinnipeg
Rent (1BR City Centre)$3,497.00 CAD$1,350.00 CAD
Rent (1BR Outside Centre)$2,867.54 CAD$1,150.00 CAD
Groceries Index11297
Monthly Transit Pass$139.88 CAD$109.00 CAD
Utilities (monthly)$209.82 CAD$150.00 CAD
Gas (per litre)$1.75 CAD$1.50 CAD
Mid-range Meal$34.97 CAD$23.00 CAD
Gym Membership$76.93 CAD$45.00 CAD
Childcare (monthly)$2,377.96 CAD$700.00 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 $36,948 in Winnipeg to maintain the same lifestyle.

Frequently asked questions

Is Los Angeles cheaper than Winnipeg?

Winnipeg is 38% cheaper than Los Angeles overall.

How much is rent in Los Angeles vs Winnipeg?

A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $2,500 USD per month in Los Angeles and $1,350 CAD in Winnipeg. Outside the centre, it is $2,050 USD in Los Angeles and $1,150 CAD in Winnipeg.

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

On average, you need about 62% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Los Angeles is roughly equivalent to $36,948 in Winnipeg.

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