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Cost of Living in Calgary
Monthly Total
$2,769
$48,458
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,260
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$50
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,260
$22,050
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$226
$3,955
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$182
$3,185
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$216
$3,780
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$300
$5,250
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$278
$4,865
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$250
$4,375
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$57
$998
Monthly Total
$2,769
$48,458
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