Is Baltimore more expensive than Toronto?

Baltimore is 0.4% cheaper than Toronto overall. Rent is 7.0% lower, groceries 28.1% more expensive, and restaurants 16.3% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Toronto or Baltimore?

Toronto has a purchasing power index of 141.3 while Baltimore has 153.7 (NYC = 100). Baltimore offers better purchasing power.

Toronto vs Baltimore: Baltimore is 0.4% cheaper, rent 7% lower (2026)

Category	🇨🇦 Toronto	🇺🇸 Baltimore	Difference
Cost of Living	54.3	54.1	-0.4%
Rent	35.9	33.4	-7.0%
Groceries	64.0	82.0	+28.1%
Restaurants	68.3	79.4	+16.3%
Purchasing Power	141.3	153.7	+8.8%

Data from March – 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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