Is Calgary cheaper than Edmonton?

Generally, Calgary is not cheaper than Edmonton. In most everyday cost-of-living comparisons, Edmonton tends to be cheaper overall, especially for housing and rent.

That said, the difference depends on what you’re comparing and where in each city you live:

• Housing/rent: often cheaper in Edmonton
• Groceries, transportation, parking: can vary by neighborhood and lifestyle
• Income: Calgary may have higher pay in some sectors, which can offset higher living costs for some people