BC
vs
QC
Kelowna vs Quebec City Cost of Living (2026)
Kelowna is about 63% more expensive than Quebec City, mostly because of rent. A 1-bedroom rents for $2,100 a month in Kelowna vs $1,200 in Quebec City.
The Verdict
Living in Quebec City is 39% cheaper than living in Kelowna overall.
Kelowna / month
$2,635
Quebec City / month
$1,680
Rent, groceries and transit for one person.
Salary match: what you'd need to earn
Salary in Kelowna
$100,000
Take-home $75,373 · $6,281/mo
Needed in Quebec City
$61,199
Take-home $46,012 · $3,834/mo
To keep the same lifestyle in Quebec City you'd need $38,801 less a year (−39%).
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
Kelowna
$2,100
43% cheaper
Quebec City
$1,200
Groceries
Monthly Basket (1 Person)
Kelowna
$440
11% cheaper
Quebec City
$390
Transportation
Monthly Transit Pass
Kelowna
$95
5% cheaper
Quebec City
$90
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