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| Food | + 9% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Saskatoon (Canada) is 9% more expensive than in Arlington, Texas (United States) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | C$18 ($13) | $12 | + 15% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | C$10 ($8) | $7 | + 13% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | C$7 ($5.68) | $3.19 | + 78% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | C$1.93 ($1.47) | $0.65 | + 127% | |
| 12 eggs, large | C$3.21 ($2.43) | $2.43 | + 0% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | C$3.49 ($2.64) | $3.38 | - 22% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | C$10 ($7) | $4.54 | + 63% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | C$3.45 ($2.62) | $3.36 | - 22% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | C$2.05 ($1.56) | $1.21 | + 28% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | C$3.15 ($2.39) | $2.89 | - 17% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | C$21 ($16) | $12 | + 33% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | C$2.21 ($1.67) | $1.87 | - 11% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | C$1.91 ($1.45) | $1.52 | - 5% | |
| Housing | + 6% | |||
| Housing in Saskatoon (Canada) is 6% more expensive than in Arlington, Texas (United States) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | C$1,751 ($1,328) | $1,389 | - 4% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | C$1,233 ($935) | $1,022 | - 9% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | C$177 ($134) | $167 | - 19% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | C$1,565 ($1,187) | $1,022 | + 16% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | C$1,057 ($801) | $628 | + 28% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | C$96 ($73) | $87 | - 16% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | C$65 ($49) | $36 | + 37% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | C$461 ($349) | $317 | + 10% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | C$139 ($106) | $128 | - 18% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | C$13 ($10) | $8 | + 17% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | C$27 ($21) | $19 | + 8% | |
| Clothes | + 53% | |||
| Clothes in Saskatoon (Canada) is 53% more expensive than in Arlington, Texas (United States) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | C$79 ($60) | $45 | + 33% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | C$65 ($49) | $29 | + 72% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | C$115 ($87) | $75 | + 17% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | C$125 ($95) | $68 | + 40% | |
| Transportation | + 8% | |||
| Transportation in Saskatoon (Canada) is 8% more expensive than in Arlington, Texas (United States) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | C$25,566 ($19,386) | $20,263 | - 4% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | C$1.25 ($0.94) | $0.65 | + 45% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | C$82 ($63) | $58 | + 8% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | C$23 ($18) | - | - | |
| Personal Care | - 22% | |||
| Personal Care in Saskatoon (Canada) is 22% cheaper than in Arlington, Texas (United States) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | C$10 ($8) | $5.74 | + 31% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | C$22 ($17) | $37 | - 54% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | C$72 ($55) | $115 | - 52% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | C$7 ($5.60) | $7 | - 23% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | C$4.17 ($3.16) | $2.98 | + 6% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | C$5.49 ($4.16) | $4.21 | - 1% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | C$4.94 ($3.75) | $2.80 | + 34% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | C$2.57 ($1.95) | $1.45 | + 34% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | C$30 ($23) | $16 | + 43% | |
| Entertainment | - 1% | |||
| Entertainment in Saskatoon (Canada) is about the same as in Arlington, Texas (United States) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | C$45 ($34) | $35 | - 1% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | C$28 ($21) | $22 | - 5% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | C$78 ($60) | $150 | - 60% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | C$85 ($65) | $48 | + 35% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | C$9 ($7) | $8 | - 14% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | C$5.14 ($3.90) | $3.97 | - 2% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | C$7 ($5.57) | $4.43 | + 26% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | C$536 ($407) | $427 | - 5% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | C$0.31 ($0.24) | $0.31 | - 22% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | C$50 ($38) | $39 | - 2% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | C$14 ($10) | $7 | + 57% | |
| TOTAL | + 5% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 341 prices entered by 30 different people.
These prices were last updated on December 12, 2019.
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Cost of living in Saskatoon (Canada) is 5% more expensive than in Arlington, Texas (United States)
For example, you would need at least $4,416 (C$5,824) in Saskatoon to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with $4,200 in Arlington, Texas.
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