Calgary

🇨🇦Canada•North America

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living72

Safety88

Healthcare80

Career Opportunities78

Climate60

Transport82

Air Quality77

Family Friendliness88

Education85

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Calgary a good place to live?

Calgary scores 77/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 72/100), very safe (safety: 88/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 80/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Calgary?

Calgary has a cost of living score of 72/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Calgary?

Calgary has a transport score of 82/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Calgary?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Calgary are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Calgary safe for expats?

Calgary has a safety score of 88/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 77/100.

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