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City Comparison

Toronto is 57% cheaper

The Verdict

Living in Toronto is 57% cheaper than Zurich.
If you move from Toronto to Zurich, you will pay more for housing and more for daily groceries. To maintain the same standard of life as a £40,000 salary in Toronto, you would need to earn about £65,909 in Zurich.

Toronto Wins
6

of 6 categories

Tied
0

categories

Zurich Wins
0

of 6 categories

Category Breakdown

Compare costs across 6 key categories

Overall Cost
88
Toronto
vs
145
Zurich
Toronto is 57 pts cheaper
Rent
105
Toronto
vs
165
Zurich
Toronto is 60 pts cheaper
Groceries
85
Toronto
vs
135
Zurich
Toronto is 50 pts cheaper
Restaurants
80
Toronto
vs
150
Zurich
Toronto is 70 pts cheaper
Transport
82
Toronto
vs
130
Zurich
Toronto is 48 pts cheaper
Utilities
88
Toronto
vs
120
Zurich
Toronto is 32 pts cheaper

City Profiles

What makes each city unique

TorontoCanada
Toronto is Canada's largest city with diverse economy and multicultural population.

Why people love Toronto:

Multicultural hubFinancial centerTech growthDiverse economy
Population
2,731,571
Avg. Salary
£2,655/mo
ZurichSwitzerland
Zurich is one of the world's most expensive cities but offers exceptional salaries.

Why people love Zurich:

Highest salaries globallyExcellent quality of lifeSafe cityLake lifestyle
Population
421,878
Avg. Salary
£6,230/mo

Real Monthly Costs

Estimated costs based on London baseline prices

ExpenseTorontoZurichSavings
1-bed apartment (city centre)£2,100£3,300+£1,200
Monthly groceries£298£473+£175
Dining out (10 meals)£200£375+£175
Public transport pass£131£208+£77
Utilities (electric, heating, water)£158£216+£58
Total Monthly£2,887£4,572+£1,685

* Estimates based on London = 100 index. Actual costs vary by lifestyle and location within city.

Who Should Choose Which City?

Recommendations based on your priorities

Choose Toronto if you...
  • Want lower overall living costs (57% cheaper)
  • Are looking for more affordable housing
  • Work in tech or startups
Choose Zurich if you...
  • Prioritize safety (score: 92/100)
  • Want higher earning potential (£6,230/mo avg)
  • Have children (lower childcare costs)

Quality of Life & Safety

Beyond just costs - what matters for daily life

Zurich
88

Quality of Life Score

Zurich
92

Safety Score

Salary Equivalence

How much you'd need in Zurich to match a Toronto salary

Salary in TorontoEquivalent in ZurichDifference
£30,000£49,432£19,432 more
£40,000£65,909£25,909 more
£50,000£82,386£32,386 more
£60,000£98,864£38,864 more
£80,000£131,818£51,818 more
£100,000£164,773£64,773 more

Toronto vs Zurich: Summary

The overall cost of living differs by 57%. Toronto is the more affordable option.

Rent: Toronto has a rent index of 105, while Zurich has 165.

Average Salaries: Toronto: £2,655/month vs Zurich: £6,230/month (both in GBP).

Out of 6 categories, Toronto wins 6, while Zurich wins 0.

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