Saguenay
SherbrookeVS
Saguenay and Sherbrooke have similar costs overall.
| Saguenay | Sherbrooke | |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR City Centre) | $1,000.00 CAD | $1,100.00 CAD |
| Rent (1BR Outside Centre) | $850.00 CAD | $900.00 CAD |
| Groceries Index | 95 | 95 |
| Monthly Transit Pass | $80.00 CAD | $85.00 CAD |
| Utilities (monthly) | $110.00 CAD | $105.00 CAD |
| Gas (per litre) | $1.66 CAD | $1.68 CAD |
| Mid-range Meal | $21.00 CAD | $22.00 CAD |
| Gym Membership | $38.00 CAD | $38.00 CAD |
| Childcare (monthly) | $185.00 CAD | $190.00 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 Saguenay...
You would need $61,750 in Sherbrooke to maintain the same lifestyle.
Frequently asked questions
Is Saguenay cheaper than Sherbrooke?
Saguenay and Sherbrooke have similar costs overall.
How much is rent in Saguenay vs Sherbrooke?
A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,000 CAD per month in Saguenay and $1,100 CAD in Sherbrooke. Outside the centre, it is $850 CAD in Saguenay and $900 CAD in Sherbrooke.
What salary do I need to move from Saguenay to Sherbrooke?
On average, you need about 103% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Saguenay is roughly equivalent to $61,750 in Sherbrooke.