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Regina vs Toronto Cost of Living (2026)

Toronto is about 100% more expensive than Regina, mostly because of rent. A 1-bedroom rents for $2,600 a month in Toronto vs $1,200 in Regina.

The Verdict

Living in Toronto is 100% more expensive than living in Regina overall.

Regina / month

$1,668

Toronto / month

$3,206

Rent, groceries and transit for one person.

Your salary in Regina $

Salary in Regina

$100,000

Take-home $72,288 · $6,024/mo

Needed in Toronto

$200,410

Take-home $131,490 · $10,958/mo

To keep the same lifestyle in Toronto you'd need $100,410 more a year (+100%).

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.

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1-Bed City Center

Regina

$1,200

117% more expensive

Toronto

$2,600

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Monthly Basket (1 Person)

Regina

$380

18% more expensive

Toronto

$450

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Monthly Transit Pass

Regina

$88

77% more expensive

Toronto

$156

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