Is Montreal more expensive than Quebec City?

Montreal is 0.3% more expensive than Quebec City overall. Rent is 34.7% higher, groceries 2.0% cheaper, and restaurants 4.2% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Quebec City or Montreal?

Quebec City has a purchasing power index of 145.9 while Montreal has 123.7 (NYC = 100). Quebec City offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇨🇦 Quebec City vs 🇨🇦 Montreal

2026

Montreal is 0.3% more expensive

Category	🇨🇦 Quebec City	🇨🇦 Montreal	Difference
Cost of Living	59.8	60.0	+0.3%
Rent	21.6	29.1	+34.7%
Groceries	70.4	69.0	-2.0%
Restaurants	61.5	64.1	+4.2%
Purchasing Power	145.9	123.7	-15.2%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

Add your salary for a personalized comparison

See exact tax differences, net income, and savings potential.

80k Salary 100k Salary

Explore

🇨🇦 Cost of Living in Quebec City

Explore

🇨🇦 Cost of Living in Montreal

Explore

🇨🇦 Should I Move to Quebec City?

Explore

🇨🇦 Should I Move to Montreal?

Tax Calculators

See detailed income tax brackets and net salary calculations for Quebec City and Montreal.

🇨🇦 Canada Tax Calculator

Income tax rates, brackets & net salary

🇨🇦 Canada Tax Calculator

Income tax rates, brackets & net salary