Cost of Living in Calgary, Canada
Last updated on Feb 17, 2023
Summary: The cost of living in Calgary, Canada is generally considered to be quite reasonable. A nice 1 bedroom apartment in Calgary can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $1,500 USD per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost anywhere from $1,500 to $2,000 USD per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Calgary is usually around $20 USD per person.
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We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Calgary, they wrote:
"The cost of living in Calgary is generally considered to be quite reasonable. Groceries, transportation, and utilities are all relatively affordable, while housing costs can vary depending on the area. Eating out can be expensive, but there are plenty of affordable restaurants and cafes to choose from. Overall, Calgary is a great place to live with a reasonable cost of living," explained one expat living in Calgary.
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
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