Purchasing Power Calculator

Find out exactly how much you need to earn in your new city to maintain your current lifestyle.

New York City
Montreal
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Standard of Living
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To have the same lifestyle in Montreal, you need:

Required salary
$30,952
38% less expensive
than New York City
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New York City
$50,000
Montreal
$30,952

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Monthly Cost Breakdown

How your expenses compare in both cities

New York CityVSMontreal

Estimated Monthly Costs

Without rent

38% lower
Current city
New York City
$350
/ month
Target city
Montreal
$217
/ month
House Rent
Comparison
59%
Lower
Meal
Comparison
60%
Lower
Internet
Comparison
28%
Higher
Utilities
Comparison
40%
Lower

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$70,833
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This calculation is based on our aggregated cost of living indices. It estimates the net salary you would need in your destination to maintain the exact same purchasing power and lifestyle as your base city. Taxes and specific housing markets may vary.