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๐Ÿ’ก Smart Analysis

Comparing Edmonton and Calgary: Average gross pay is 3% higher in Calgary. Cost of living is 4% cheaper in Edmonton. Both cities offer nearly identical purchasing power margins.

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Edmonton
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Calgary

๐Ÿ’ฐ Gross Salaries & Ranges

Average Gross Salary (Annual)
The primary average salary across experience ranges
$79,000/yr
$81,000/yr
HIGHER
Junior Developer Pay
$43,000
$45,000
Mid-Level Developer Pay
$69,000
$71,000
Senior Developer Pay
$104,000
$107,000
Lead / Architect Pay
$130,000
$133,000

๐Ÿ  Monthly Cost of Living

Rent โ€” City Center (1 Bed)
$1,500
$1,600
Rent โ€” Suburbs (1 Bed)
$958
$1,020
Groceries (Monthly)
$368
$380
Public Transport Pass
$95
$100
Utilities (Electricity, Internet)
$188
$190
Estimated Cost of Living
Rent center, groceries, transport plans & hobbies included
$2,575/mo
CHEAPER
$2,677/mo

๐Ÿงพ Tax rates & Take-home

Average Income Tax Rate
26%
26%
Social Security Deduction
5%
5%
Monthly Take-home (After Tax)
Estimated direct net monthly deposit based on mid-level pay
$3,984/mo
$4,100/mo

๐Ÿ“Š Affordability & Savings

Affordability Index
Score out of 10 comparing local net pay to costs
7.2
7.2
Monthly Savings Potential
Money left over after all standard cost of living expenses
$1,409/mo
$1,423/mo
Months to Save $10,000
~7 months
~7 months
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