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Cost of Living: London vs Edmonton
Making a move? Compare the exact 2026 data for housing, food, and transit to see exactly how your lifestyle budget will change between these two cities.
The Verdict
Living in Edmonton is 22% cheaper than living in London overall.
To maintain your exact standard of living, a $100,000 salary in London is mathematically equivalent to earning $77,679 in Edmonton.
Expense Breakdown
Average Rent
1-Bed City Center
London
$1,750
26% cheaper
Edmonton
$1,300
Groceries
Monthly Basket (1 Person)
London
$410
2% cheaper
Edmonton
$400
Transportation
Monthly Transit Pass
London
$95
5% more expensive
Edmonton
$100
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