Is Burnaby more expensive than Waterloo?

Burnaby is 20.0% more expensive than Waterloo overall. Rent is 18.7% higher, groceries 26.6% more expensive, and restaurants 29.5% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Waterloo or Burnaby?

Waterloo has a purchasing power index of 127.6 while Burnaby has 112.1 (NYC = 100). Waterloo offers better purchasing power.

Waterloo vs Burnaby: Burnaby is 20.0% more expensive, rent 19% higher (2026)

Category	🇨🇦 Waterloo	🇨🇦 Burnaby	Difference
Cost of Living	44.4	53.3	+20.0%
Rent	30.0	35.6	+18.7%
Groceries	63.1	79.9	+26.6%
Restaurants	57.9	75.0	+29.5%
Purchasing Power	127.6	112.1	-12.1%

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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