Enter your current city, salary and destination city to see what you need to earn to maintain the same lifestyle.
The calculation is based on published cost of living indices for each city and is a reliable starting estimate. However, actual costs vary by neighbourhood, lifestyle and individual spending habits. Treat it as an informed starting point — not a precise figure.
A cost of living index compares the relative cost of goods and services between cities, using a baseline city as the reference point (often set to 100). A city with an index of 130 is 30% more expensive than the baseline city overall.
No — this calculator compares gross cost of living, not after-tax income. Tax rates vary significantly between Canadian provinces, US states and countries. For example, Alberta has no provincial income tax while Ontario has higher rates. Factor this separately.
A typical relocation package includes: moving cost reimbursement, temporary housing (2-4 weeks), travel costs, a one-time relocation allowance ($2,000-$10,000+), and help with lease-breaking fees. Larger companies often provide dedicated relocation support services.
Type your city name in the search field. If it is not available, you can select the closest comparable city and adjust the lifestyle weight sliders to account for known cost differences. You can also manually research the cost differential and use the calculator with a similar city as a proxy.
Always negotiate after receiving a written offer — not during the interview process. Use this calculator to determine your minimum acceptable salary before negotiating, and aim to negotiate 10-15% above that figure to leave room for the employer to counter.