City Cost Report
Saskatoon skyline
Saskatoon
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Saskatoon is 33% cheaper than Toronto overall.

SaskatoonToronto
Rent (1BR City Centre)$1,250.00 CAD$2,450.00 CAD
Rent (1BR Outside Centre)$1,050.00 CAD$2,100.00 CAD
Groceries Index98108
Monthly Transit Pass$96.00 CAD$156.00 CAD
Utilities (monthly)$170.00 CAD$160.00 CAD
Gas (per litre)$1.48 CAD$1.65 CAD
Mid-range Meal$23.00 CAD$28.00 CAD
Gym Membership$45.00 CAD$70.00 CAD
Childcare (monthly)$900.00 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 Saskatoon...

You would need $89,736 in Toronto to maintain the same lifestyle.

Frequently asked questions

Is Saskatoon cheaper than Toronto?

Saskatoon is 33% cheaper than Toronto overall.

How much is rent in Saskatoon vs Toronto?

A one-bedroom in the city centre averages $1,250 CAD per month in Saskatoon and $2,450 CAD in Toronto. Outside the centre, it is $1,050 CAD in Saskatoon and $2,100 CAD in Toronto.

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

On average, you need about 150% of your current salary — for example, $60,000 in Saskatoon is roughly equivalent to $89,736 in Toronto.

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