Moving to Canada from Oklahoma

moving to

What to Expect

Considering a move from Oklahoma to Canada? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Oklahoma to Canada, you would find that Canada is 2.2% cheaper than Oklahoma. A $75,000 salary in Oklahoma would need to be roughly CA$103,000 in Canada to maintain the same lifestyle. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Toronto averages 55°F vs 71°F in Oklahoma City, making it significantly cooler.

Planning this move? Get up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes from vetted international movers. Get free quotes ↓

Is Canada cheaper than Oklahoma?

How key spending categories compare

Restaurants

pay 5.9% less

Groceries

pay 1.0% less

Transportation

pay 3.0% more

Housing

pay 6.6% more

Childcare

pay 47.6% less

Entertainment and Sports

pay 2.1% less

See full cost of living breakdown
Exchange rate: 1 USD = 1.4 CAD (October 2026)

Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.

What salary do you need in Canada?

What does your salary buy?

$75,000 → CA$103,000

To maintain the same standard of living in Canada

Calculate with your salary →

Get free moving quotes to Canada

We've teamed up with a vetted network of international movers to help MyLifeElsewhere readers plan their move with confidence. Tell us about your move and get up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes in under 2 minutes.

  • ✅ Up to 5 quotes from screened movers
  • ✅ Licensed and insured providers only
  • ✅ 100% free — you choose who contacts you

Who Else Is Making This Move?

What the data shows about people moving from Oklahoma to Canada.

Moved in 2023
10,640 ↑ 2% vs 2022

people moved from United States to Canada · OECD (latest data available)

Who's moving to Canada?

Top countries of origin for Canada's foreign-born residents.

Foreign-born population · UN DESA (2020)

Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Canada compared to Oklahoma.

How's the healthcare?

Adult obesity rate Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (PLACES), 2024

share of adults with obesity

OK
40.3%
CA
26.0%

Canada performs significantly better than Oklahoma across all health & wellbeing metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Internet access US Census Bureau (American Community Survey), 2024

share of households with internet

OK
87.4%
CA
94.3%

Canada performs significantly better than Oklahoma across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025

percentage of the labour force without work

OK
3.8%
CA
6.9%
GDP per capita Bureau of Economic Analysis, 2025

a broad measure of economic output per person

OK
$51,007
CA
$55,698

Canada generally does better on employment & economy, though Oklahoma leads in unemployment rate.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy OECD Regional Demography, 2024

average years of life at birth

OK
74.1 yrs
CA
82.1 yrs

Canada performs significantly better than Oklahoma across all family life metrics.

Weather in Canada vs Oklahoma

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Oklahoma City Rain: 32.4 in/yr (823 mm)
71° / 50°F

Avg. annual high / low

Toronto Rain: 32.8 in/yr (834 mm)
55° / 42°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Oklahoma City Toronto
Jan–Mar 55°/33°F (13°/0°C) 34°/23°F (1°/-5°C)
Apr–Jun 80°/58°F (26°/14°C) 64°/49°F (18°/10°C)
Jul–Sep 90°/69°F (32°/20°C) 76°/61°F (24°/16°C)
Oct–Dec 60°/39°F (16°/4°C) 46°/35°F (8°/2°C)
View all months
Month Oklahoma City Toronto
Jan 49°/28°F (9.3°/-2.5°C) 30°/19°F (-1.1°/-7.3°C)
Feb 53°/31°F (11.9°/-0.6°C) 32°/21°F (-0.2°/-6.3°C)
Mar 62°/39°F (16.6°/4.0°C) 40°/28°F (4.6°/-2.0°C)
Apr 71°/48°F (21.5°/9.1°C) 52°/39°F (11.3°/3.8°C)
May 80°/58°F (26.4°/14.7°C) 65°/50°F (18.5°/9.9°C)
Jun 88°/67°F (30.9°/19.4°C) 74°/59°F (23.5°/14.8°C)
Jul 93°/72°F (34.0°/22.2°C) 80°/64°F (26.4°/17.9°C)
Aug 92°/71°F (33.6°/21.5°C) 78°/63°F (25.3°/17.3°C)
Sep 84°/63°F (28.7°/17.1°C) 69°/56°F (20.7°/13.2°C)
Oct 72°/50°F (22.4°/10.1°C) 57°/45°F (13.8°/7.3°C)
Nov 60°/39°F (15.6°/3.9°C) 45°/36°F (7.4°/2.2°C)
Dec 49°/29°F (9.7°/-1.6°C) 35°/25°F (1.8°/-3.7°C)

Data: National Weather Service National Weather Service, Meteorological Service of Canada Meteorological Service of Canada

Can you move from Oklahoma to Canada?

Short-stay tourist visa rules between United States and Canada. To live, work, or study long-term in Canada, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Canada's immigration authority.

United States passport

United States passport holder visiting Canada

Visa Free
United States passport holders can enter Canada without a visa.
Canada passport

Canada passport holder visiting United States

Visa Free
Canada passport holders can enter United States without a visa.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it cheaper to live in Canada than Oklahoma?

Canada and Oklahoma are within a few percent on overall cost, though specific items in specific cities can swing either way.

How much money do I need to move to Canada?

Budget about CA$25,750 for 3 months in Canada (based on a $75,000 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, a rental deposit, and visa fees.

Can I work remotely from Canada?

From major Canada cities the network usually holds up. Visa rules, your employer's stance on overseas employees, and tax residency in Oklahoma and Canada are what actually decide it long-term.

How is healthcare in Canada compared to Oklahoma?

Canada performs significantly better than Oklahoma across all health & wellbeing metrics.

What's the weather like in Canada compared to Oklahoma?

The average high temperature in Toronto is 55°F, compared to 71°F in Oklahoma City. Toronto receives around 32.8 in of rainfall per year, while Oklahoma City gets 32.4 in.

What language do they speak in Canada?

The official languages in Canada are English and French. In Oklahoma, the official language is English.

Share this

At a Glance

CA
Population 4,123,288 41,651,653
Currency United States Dollar ($) Canadian Dollar (CA$)
Languages English English, French
Driving side Right Right
Calling code +1 +1
Time zones 11 6
Emergency number 911 911