City Comparison
Vancouver, BC vs Calgary, AB
Data last updated: July 25, 2026
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Side-by-Side Comparison
Vancouver, BC
COL Index142.0
Housing Index195.0
Median Salary$68,000
1BR Rent (avg)$2,600
3BR Rent (avg)$4,200
State/Prov Tax5.1%
Calgary, AB
COL Index108.0
Housing Index118.0
Median Salary$65,000
1BR Rent (avg)$1,600
3BR Rent (avg)$2,700
State/Prov Tax0.0%
Salary Equivalence
| Current Salary (Vancouver, BC) | Equivalent in Calgary, AB | Housing-Adjusted |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $38,028 | $30,256 |
| $75,000 | $57,042 | $45,384 |
| $100,000 | $76,056 | $60,512 |
| $150,000 | $114,084 | $90,769 |
| $200,000 | $152,112 | $121,025 |
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Key Differences
Overall COL Difference-23.9%
Housing Cost Difference-39.5%
1BR Rent Difference-38.5%
3BR Rent Difference-35.7%
Tax Rate Difference-5.1 pts
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