Canada vs. U.S. Cost of Living Calculator

Compare living costs between Canadian provinces and U.S. states. See how your expenses and income would change after statehood.

Compare Costs & Income

Select your province and a U.S. state to compare cost of living and income potential. See how factors like housing, groceries, and taxes differ between regions.

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About the Data:

Housing costs based on average home prices and rental rates in major metropolitan areas
Grocery prices based on standard basket of common household items
Tax calculations include income tax, sales tax, and property tax
Income data based on median household income (2023)

Data Sources:

Statistics Canada Consumer Price Index (CPI)
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Regional Price Parities
Canada Revenue Agency & Internal Revenue Service
Canadian & U.S. Census Bureau Income Statistics

Note: Comparisons are based on major metropolitan areas within each region and may not reflect costs in all cities or rural areas. All monetary values are in Canadian dollars.