Portland
TorontoVS
Portland and Toronto have similar costs overall.
| Portland | Toronto | |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR City Centre) | $2,377.96 CAD | $2,450.00 CAD |
| Rent (1BR Outside Centre) | $1,958.32 CAD | $2,100.00 CAD |
| Groceries Index | 105 | 108 |
| Monthly Transit Pass | $139.88 CAD | $156.00 CAD |
| Utilities (monthly) | $181.84 CAD | $160.00 CAD |
| Gas (per litre) | $1.47 CAD | $1.65 CAD |
| Mid-range Meal | $32.17 CAD | $28.00 CAD |
| Gym Membership | $69.94 CAD | $70.00 CAD |
| Childcare (monthly) | $2,098.20 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 Portland...
You would need $59,700 in Toronto to maintain the same lifestyle.
Frequently asked questions
Is Portland cheaper than Toronto?
Portland and Toronto have similar costs overall.
How much is rent in Portland vs Toronto?
A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,700 USD per month in Portland and $2,450 CAD in Toronto. Outside the centre, it is $1,400 USD in Portland and $2,100 CAD in Toronto.
What salary do I need to move from Portland to Toronto?
On average, you need about 99% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Portland is roughly equivalent to $59,700 in Toronto.