City Cost Report
Montreal skyline
Montreal
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Montreal is 22% cheaper than Regina overall.

MontrealRegina
Rent (1BR City Centre)$1,750.00 CAD$1,200.00 CAD
Rent (1BR Outside Centre)$1,450.00 CAD$1,000.00 CAD
Groceries Index9898
Monthly Transit Pass$97.00 CAD$94.00 CAD
Utilities (monthly)$110.00 CAD$175.00 CAD
Gas (per litre)$1.70 CAD$1.47 CAD
Mid-range Meal$25.00 CAD$23.00 CAD
Gym Membership$45.00 CAD$45.00 CAD
Childcare (monthly)$220.00 CAD$850.00 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 Montreal...

You would need $77,225 in Regina to maintain the same lifestyle.

Frequently asked questions

Is Montreal cheaper than Regina?

Montreal is 22% cheaper than Regina overall.

How much is rent in Montreal vs Regina?

A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,750 CAD per month in Montreal and $1,200 CAD in Regina. Outside the centre, it is $1,450 CAD in Montreal and $1,000 CAD in Regina.

What salary do I need to move from Montreal to Regina?

On average, you need about 129% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Montreal is roughly equivalent to $77,225 in Regina.

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