Is Kelowna more expensive than St. John's?

Kelowna is 0.3% cheaper than St. John's overall. Rent is 50.7% higher, groceries 2.1% cheaper, and restaurants 1.4% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, St. John's or Kelowna?

St. John's has a purchasing power index of 127.6 while Kelowna has 121.5 (NYC = 100). St. John's offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇨🇦 St. John's vs 🇨🇦 Kelowna

2026

Kelowna is 0.3% cheaper

Category	🇨🇦 St. John's	🇨🇦 Kelowna	Difference
Cost of Living	62.3	62.1	-0.3%
Rent	21.1	31.8	+50.7%
Groceries	70.8	69.3	-2.1%
Restaurants	62.5	61.6	-1.4%
Purchasing Power	127.6	121.5	-4.8%

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

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