Montreal
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Montreal is 55% cheaper than Portland overall.
| Montreal | Portland | |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR City Centre) | $1,750.00 CAD | $2,377.96 CAD |
| Rent (1BR Outside Centre) | $1,450.00 CAD | $1,958.32 CAD |
| Groceries Index | 98 | 105 |
| Monthly Transit Pass | $97.00 CAD | $139.88 CAD |
| Utilities (monthly) | $110.00 CAD | $181.84 CAD |
| Gas (per litre) | $1.70 CAD | $1.47 CAD |
| Mid-range Meal | $25.00 CAD | $32.17 CAD |
| Gym Membership | $45.00 CAD | $69.94 CAD |
| Childcare (monthly) | $220.00 CAD | $2,098.20 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 Montreal...
You would need $134,122 in Portland to maintain the same lifestyle.
Frequently asked questions
Is Montreal cheaper than Portland?
Montreal is 55% cheaper than Portland overall.
How much is rent in Montreal vs Portland?
A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,750 CAD per month in Montreal and $1,700 USD in Portland. Outside the centre, it is $1,450 CAD in Montreal and $1,400 USD in Portland.
What salary do I need to move from Montreal to Portland?
On average, you need about 224% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Montreal is roughly equivalent to $134,122 in Portland.