CalgaryC$1,404
Local · 2021 · Tenant shelter costs
SydneyA$2,058
Local · 2021 Census · Existing tenancies
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💡 Utilities
CalgaryIncluded in rent
SydneyNo published figure
Not comparable
🛒 Groceries
CalgaryC$828
State / province · 2023
SydneyNo published figure
Not comparable
🚇 Transport
CalgaryC$1,175
State / province · 2023
Includes vehicle purchases
SydneyA$944
State / province · July 2015–June 2016
Includes vehicle purchases
Not comparable
⛽ Fuel
CalgaryIncluded in transport
SydneyIncluded in transport
Not comparable
📶 Internet and mobile
CalgaryNo published figure
SydneyNo published figure
Not comparable
🩺 Healthcare and insurance
CalgaryC$273
State / province · 2023
SydneyA$378
State / province · July 2015–June 2016
Not comparable
🧸 Childcare
CalgaryC$44
State / province · 2023
SydneyA$99
State / province · July 2015–June 2016
Not comparable
🎓 Education
CalgaryC$163
State / province · 2023
SydneyA$193
State / province · July 2015–June 2016
Not comparable
🎟 Leisure
CalgaryC$470
State / province · 2023
SydneyA$786
State / province · July 2015–June 2016
Not comparable
Reference subtotal
CalgaryC$4,356
SydneyA$4,459
Not comparable
Subtotals add the available figures for each place. National or regional figures may be used where city data is limited. Use the reference periods and areas to decide how relevant the figures are to your move. Currency conversions use 1 AUD = 0.9675 CAD (ECB reference rate, 2026-11-13).
Common questions about Calgary and Sydney
Is Calgary cheaper than Sydney?
Compare published cost figures for Calgary, AB and Sydney, NSW. At least one place is missing published figures for essential expenses.
