BC
vs
QC
Kamloops vs Quebec City Cost of Living (2026)
Kamloops is about 35% more expensive than Quebec City, mostly because of rent. A 1-bedroom rents for $1,700 a month in Kamloops vs $1,200 in Quebec City.
The Verdict
Living in Quebec City is 26% cheaper than living in Kamloops overall.
Kamloops / month
$2,195
Quebec City / month
$1,680
Rent, groceries and transit for one person.
Salary match: what you'd need to earn
Salary in Kamloops
$100,000
Take-home $75,373 · $6,281/mo
Needed in Quebec City
$74,242
Take-home $53,513 · $4,459/mo
To keep the same lifestyle in Quebec City you'd need $25,758 less a year (−26%).
Take-home is after 2026 federal and provincial income tax, CPP/QPP and EI for an employee. Cost of living weighs rent, groceries and transit.
Expense Breakdown
Average Rent
1-Bed City Center
Kamloops
$1,700
29% cheaper
Quebec City
$1,200
Groceries
Monthly Basket (1 Person)
Kamloops
$410
5% cheaper
Quebec City
$390
Transportation
Monthly Transit Pass
Kamloops
$85
6% more expensive
Quebec City
$90
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