Is Vancouver more expensive than Burnaby?

Vancouver is 3.8% more expensive than Burnaby overall. Rent is 12.9% higher, groceries 5.6% cheaper, and restaurants 12.5% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Burnaby or Vancouver?

Burnaby has a purchasing power index of 112.1 while Vancouver has 136.6 (NYC = 100). Vancouver offers better purchasing power.

Burnaby vs Vancouver: Vancouver is 3.8% more expensive, rent 13% higher (2026)

Category	🇨🇦 Burnaby	🇨🇦 Vancouver	Difference
Cost of Living	53.3	55.3	+3.8%
Rent	35.6	40.2	+12.9%
Groceries	79.9	75.4	-5.6%
Restaurants	75.0	65.6	-12.5%
Purchasing Power	112.1	136.6	+21.9%

Data from October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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