Open ProvincesCost of living in Alberta: prices, rent, wages and taxes
Inflation, rents, gasoline, earnings, median income and tuition in Alberta, from official statistics updated automatically.
Key numbers
| Indicator | Alberta | Canada | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inflation over 12 months | 3.6% | 3.1% | 2026-09 |
| Average weekly earnings | $1,405 | $1,355 | 2026-08 |
| Median after-tax income (households) | $85,300 | $75,500 | 2024 |
| Median hourly wage | $33.00 | $32.00 | 2026-10 |
| Average undergraduate tuition | $8,260 | $8,021 | 2026 |
| Minimum wage (per hour) | $15.00 | – | 2026-11 |
| Sales tax (combined) | 5% | – | 2026-11 |
Sources: Statistics Canada (updated automatically), official provincial pages and the Canada Revenue Agency.
Rent
| City | 1 bedroom | 2 bedrooms |
|---|---|---|
| Canmore | $1,858 | $2,438 |
| Calgary | $1,581 | $1,908 |
| Okotoks | – | $1,778 |
| Red Deer County | – | $1,703 |
| Edmonton | $1,301 | $1,598 |
| Lethbridge | $1,370 | $1,593 |
| Strathmore | $1,283 | $1,520 |
| Sylvan Lake | $1,355 | $1,467 |
CMHC average rents, 2025. Renting guide →
Gasoline
| City | Regular (¢/L) | A year earlier |
|---|---|---|
| Edmonton | 162.5 | 130.5 |
| Calgary | 167.3 | 132.2 |
Monthly average, 2026-09. Statistics Canada, 18-10-0001-01.
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Guides for this province
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