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City Comparison

Montreal is 13% cheaper

Montreal Wins
6

of 6 categories

Tied
0

categories

Los Angeles Wins
0

of 6 categories

Category Breakdown

Compare costs across 6 key categories

Overall Cost
72
Montreal
vs
85
Los Angeles
Montreal is 13 pts cheaper
Rent
65
Montreal
vs
85
Los Angeles
Montreal is 20 pts cheaper
Groceries
82
Montreal
vs
95
Los Angeles
Montreal is 13 pts cheaper
Restaurants
72
Montreal
vs
90
Los Angeles
Montreal is 18 pts cheaper
Transport
78
Montreal
vs
105
Los Angeles
Montreal is 27 pts cheaper
Utilities
75
Montreal
vs
90
Los Angeles
Montreal is 15 pts cheaper

Salary Equivalence

How much you'd need in Los Angeles to match a Montreal salary

Salary in MontrealEquivalent in Los AngelesDifference
$50,000$59,028$9,028 more
$75,000$88,542$13,542 more
$100,000$118,056$18,056 more
$125,000$147,569$22,569 more
$150,000$177,083$27,083 more
$200,000$236,111$36,111 more

Montreal vs Los Angeles: Summary

The overall cost of living differs by 13%. Montreal is the more affordable option.

Rent: Montreal has a rent index of 65, while Los Angeles has 85.

Average Salaries: Montreal: $2,242/month vs Los Angeles: $4,800/month (both in USD).

Out of 6 categories, Montreal wins 6, while Los Angeles wins 0.

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