QC
vs
SK
Quebec City vs Regina Cost of Living (2026)
Quebec City and Regina cost about the same once you weigh rent, groceries and transit.
The Verdict
Living in Regina is 0% cheaper than living in Quebec City overall.
Quebec City / month
$1,680
Regina / month
$1,668
Rent, groceries and transit for one person.
Salary match: what you'd need to earn
Salary in Quebec City
$100,000
Take-home $69,585 · $5,799/mo
Needed in Regina
$99,537
Take-home $71,978 · $5,998/mo
To keep the same lifestyle in Regina you'd need $463 less a year (−0%).
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
Quebec City
$1,200
0% more expensive
Regina
$1,200
Groceries
Monthly Basket (1 Person)
Quebec City
$390
3% cheaper
Regina
$380
Transportation
Monthly Transit Pass
Quebec City
$90
2% cheaper
Regina
$88
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