Performance
Score Breakdown
Abbotsford
Juneau
Livability
Affordability
Business
Growth
Expenses
Cost of Living
Abbotsford is the more affordable option overall — monthly living expenses run approximately
54% lower compared to Juneau.
Housing costs are a major driver: Abbotsford's average rent is
41% lower than Juneau's.
| Metric | Abbotsford | Juneau | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,079 | $1,820 | -41% |
| Groceries | $346 | $690 | -50% |
| Utilities | $156 | $325 | -52% |
| Transport | $68 | $230 | -70% |
| Healthcare | $0 | $535 | -100% |
| Monthly Total | $1,649 | $3,600 | -54% |
| Cost Index | 110 | 127 | out of 100 |
Income
Salary & Income
Juneau offers 60% lower average salaries.
However, when adjusted for local cost of living, Juneau delivers stronger purchasing power —
meaning your dollar stretches further day-to-day.
The minimum comfortable salary in Abbotsford is estimated at
$31,234 vs $81,000 in Juneau.
| Metric | Abbotsford | Juneau |
|---|---|---|
| Average Salary | $34,589 | $86,000 |
| Salary Needed | $31,234 | $81,000 |
| Purchasing Power | 31,445 idx | 67,717 idx |
| Household Income | $64,800 | $88,100 |
Weather
Climate Comparison
Juneau runs warmer on average — a 42.1°F difference year-round.
For sunshine, Juneau comes out ahead with 90 more sunny days per year,
which can meaningfully impact mood and outdoor lifestyle.
Winter severity differs too — Juneau sees 87 more inches of snowfall annually.
| Metric | Abbotsford | Juneau |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Temp | °F | 42.10°F |
| Summer High | °F | 64.00°F |
| Winter Low | °F | 22.00°F |
| Rainfall | in | 62.00 in |
| Snowfall | in | 87.00 in |
| Sunny Days | 90 | |
| Humidity | 62.00% | 80.00% |
Population
Economy & Demographics
Abbotsford is the larger city
— approximately 4.8x the population of Juneau.
From a growth perspective, Abbotsford is expanding faster, signaling stronger demand for housing, jobs, and services.
On the employment side, Juneau has a lower unemployment rate, reflecting a tighter and more competitive job market.
| Metric | Abbotsford | Juneau |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 153,524 | 32,000 |
| Pop. Growth | 3.30% | 0.40% |
| Median Age | 39.2 | 38.1 |
| Unemployment | 7.20% | 4.70% |
| GDP | $0.0B | $7.6B |
At a Glance
Pros & Cons
Abbotsford
Advantages
Abbotsford was ranked as the third most livable city in Canada in March 2026, largely due to its affordability.
The city's population is experiencing a significant growth rate of 3.3% year-over-year as of 2024.
The housing market showed signs of a rebound in early 2026, with increased sales across all property types compared to the previous year.
Townhome sales and benchmark prices increased in May 2026, indicating a strong segment of the housing market.
The Health Care and Social Assistance and Construction sectors have seen an increase in activity.
Drawbacks
The cost of living in Abbotsford is 10% higher than the Canadian national average.
The Abbotsford-Mission CMA experienced a 7.2% unemployment rate in October 2025.
Approximately 4,900 jobs were lost in the Abbotsford-Mission area between August 2024 and August 2025.
Concerns about the quality of care at Abbotsford Regional Hospital were raised in late 2023.
Abbotsford received a low ranking for safety in a March 2026 study of Canadian cities.
Juneau
Advantages
Scenic and unique lifestyle
Drawbacks
Remote and expensive
Explore
Dive Deeper
Key figures side by side — see which city wins each category at a glance.
Abbotsford
#2British Columbia, Canada
75.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$1,079
Avg Salary
$34,589
Cost Index
110
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
3.30%
Unemployment
7.20%
Livability
73
Business
60
Juneau
#5Alaska, USA
82.5 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$1,820
Avg Salary
$86,000
Cost Index
127
Sunny Days
90/yr
Avg Temp
42.10°F
Pop. Growth
0.40%
Unemployment
4.70%
Livability
85
Business
80
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