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๐Ÿ’ก Smart Analysis

Comparing Edmonton and Ottawa: Average gross pay is 3% higher in Edmonton. Cost of living is 0% cheaper in Ottawa. Both cities offer nearly identical purchasing power margins.

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Edmonton
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Ottawa

๐Ÿ’ฐ Gross Salaries & Ranges

Average Gross Salary (Annual)
The primary average salary across experience ranges
$54,400/yr
HIGHER
$53,040/yr
Junior Developer Pay
$28,600
$28,600
Mid-Level Developer Pay
$47,600
$46,240
Senior Developer Pay
$73,500
$71,400
Lead / Architect Pay
$92,400
$89,600

๐Ÿ  Monthly Cost of Living

Rent โ€” City Center (1 Bed)
$1,500
$1,500
Rent โ€” Suburbs (1 Bed)
$958
$958
Groceries (Monthly)
$368
$365
Public Transport Pass
$95
$95
Utilities (Electricity, Internet)
$188
$188
Estimated Cost of Living
Rent center, groceries, transport plans & hobbies included
$2,575/mo
$2,570/mo
CHEAPER

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
$2,737/mo
$2,659/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
$162/mo
$89/mo
Months to Save $10,000
~7 months
~8 months
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