SK
vs
ON
Saskatoon vs Toronto Cost of Living (2026)
Toronto is about 93% more expensive than Saskatoon, mostly because of rent. A 1-bedroom rents for $2,600 a month in Toronto vs $1,250 in Saskatoon.
The Verdict
Living in Toronto is 93% more expensive than living in Saskatoon overall.
Saskatoon / month
$1,725
Toronto / month
$3,206
Rent, groceries and transit for one person.
Salary match: what you'd need to earn
Salary in Saskatoon
$100,000
Take-home $72,288 · $6,024/mo
Needed in Toronto
$193,175
Take-home $127,747 · $10,646/mo
To keep the same lifestyle in Toronto you'd need $93,175 more a year (+93%).
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
Saskatoon
$1,250
108% more expensive
Toronto
$2,600
Groceries
Monthly Basket (1 Person)
Saskatoon
$390
15% more expensive
Toronto
$450
Transportation
Monthly Transit Pass
Saskatoon
$85
84% more expensive
Toronto
$156
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