City Cost Report
Miami skyline
Miami
Toronto skyline
Toronto
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Toronto is 11% cheaper than Miami overall.

MiamiToronto
Rent (1BR City Centre)$3,636.88 CAD$2,450.00 CAD
Rent (1BR Outside Centre)$2,937.48 CAD$2,100.00 CAD
Groceries Index108108
Monthly Transit Pass$156.67 CAD$156.00 CAD
Utilities (monthly)$209.82 CAD$160.00 CAD
Gas (per litre)$1.33 CAD$1.65 CAD
Mid-range Meal$33.57 CAD$28.00 CAD
Gym Membership$76.93 CAD$70.00 CAD
Childcare (monthly)$1,958.32 CAD$1,750.00 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 Miami...

You would need $53,507 in Toronto to maintain the same lifestyle.

Frequently asked questions

Is Miami cheaper than Toronto?

Toronto is 11% cheaper than Miami overall.

How much is rent in Miami vs Toronto?

A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $2,600 USD per month in Miami and $2,450 CAD in Toronto. Outside the centre, it is $2,100 USD in Miami and $2,100 CAD in Toronto.

What salary do I need to move from Miami to Toronto?

On average, you need about 89% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Miami is roughly equivalent to $53,507 in Toronto.

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