Edmonton
Canada
Updated on August 19, 2025
Overview
Capital of Alberta and Canada's fifth-largest city, known as the 'City of Festivals' and economic hub of the oil sands region. Edmonton combines modern urban living with exceptional access to nature, featuring North America's largest urban park system.
Average cost of living€4,285.00
Quality of Life78/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€650.00
1-bed flat (center)€1,250.00
1-bed flat (outside)€1,050.00
3-bed flat (center)€2,200.00
3-bed flat (outside)€1,800.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€180.00
Internet€85.00
Mobile plan€65.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€3.75
Monthly pass€105.00
Taxi start€4.50
Gasoline (1 l)€1.45
Leisure
Cinema ticket€14.00
Fitness club€65.00
Education
Preschool (month)€1,100.00
Intl. primary (year)€12,000.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€3,800.00
sqm outside center€2,900.00
Advantages
- ✓ Lower cost of living than Vancouver or Toronto
- ✓ Abundant job opportunities in energy and technology
- ✓ Exceptional access to nature and outdoor activities
- ✓ Efficient public transportation system (LRT)
- ✓ Vibrant cultural and festival scene
- ✓ Affordable real estate market for first-time buyers
Disadvantages
- × Long and extremely cold winters
- × Less cultural diversity compared to larger cities
- × Economic dependence on oil industry
- × Considerable distances for city travel
- × Fewer nightlife entertainment options
- × Unpredictable weather with sudden changes