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The Cost of Living in Calgary

The Cost of Living in Calgary

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Canada is home to millions of immigrants due to its world-class infrastructure, health care, education, and quality of life. Calgary is the largest city in Alberta. There are several reasons to live in Calgary: its beautiful landscapes and low cost of living beats other cities in the country. It has been reported that Calgary saw one of the most numbers of millionaires compared to the entirety of Canada. Besides that, it is one of the most congenial places in the world.

Calgary seems to be the best place to live as opposed to other cities like Vancouver and Toronto in Canada due to the high expenses. The lovely weather and smaller population make Calgary a comfortable city to live in. What else do we need when the cost of living is low?

Most people seek to move out of Vancouver and Toronto because of extreme climate conditions and the high cost of living. If you compare Canadian cities with Calgary, it’s rich in history and loaded with immense opportunities.

The city is the home to the most affordable residential market in Canada. The good part is that there’s just 5% GST sales tax – it seems like a dream for Vancouverites! Calgary has an overall living index of 73.95 which is one of the lowest for Canadian cities.

Calgary is economically rich, with high-quality education and a well-sound healthcare system. There are tons of job opportunities for people in every field since top company headquarters are situated in the city.

From world-class scenery to A-grade quality restaurants and excellent infrastructure, Calgary is that place you want to be! After all, crime rates are among the lowest as compared to other cities in Canada. There’s fun for everyone since it’s rich in outdoor activities and sports like hockey. Besides, it’s the perfect place to opt for permanent residency and settle down. 

Here is a breakdown of the monthly cost of living in Calgary!

Transportation  (monthly)

Gasoline (1 liter)           $1.66

 

 

Monthly Pass (Regular Price) $112.00

 

 

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) $4.00

 

 

Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) $1.93

 

 

Monthy household expenses

Milk (regular), (1 liter)                    $2.28

 

 

Rice (white), (1kg)

Meats (1 kg)

                     $3.47

$14-18

 

 

Eggs (regular) (12)

 

Vegetables

                       $3.97

 

Starting at $2.90

 

Living Cost (monthly)

 

Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre

 

 

$1,527.38

 

 

Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre $2,687.80

 

 

Utilities  (monthly)

Basic (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage) for 85m2 Apartment $254.81

 

  

Source for data: https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/in/Calgary

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