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Regina vs Victoria Cost of Living (2026)

Victoria is about 72% more expensive than Regina, mostly because of rent. A 1-bedroom rents for $2,200 a month in Victoria vs $1,200 in Regina.

The Verdict

Living in Victoria is 72% more expensive than living in Regina overall.

Regina / month

$1,668

Victoria / month

$2,750

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 Victoria

$171,542

Take-home $120,151 · $10,013/mo

To keep the same lifestyle in Victoria you'd need $71,542 more a year (+72%).

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

83% more expensive

Victoria

$2,200

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Monthly Basket (1 Person)

Regina

$380

18% more expensive

Victoria

$450

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Monthly Transit Pass

Regina

$88

14% more expensive

Victoria

$100

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