Performance
Score Breakdown
Langley
Moscow
Livability
Affordability
Business
Growth
Expenses
Cost of Living
Moscow is the more affordable option overall — monthly living expenses run approximately
58% higher compared to Langley.
| Metric | Langley | Moscow | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,260 | $1,338 | -6% |
| Groceries | $415 | $0 | 0% |
| Utilities | $194 | $0 | 0% |
| Transport | $242 | $0 | 0% |
| Healthcare | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Monthly Total | $2,111 | $1,338 | +58% |
| Cost Index | 95 | 111 | out of 100 |
Income
Salary & Income
Moscow offers 54% lower average salaries.
However, when adjusted for local cost of living, Moscow delivers stronger purchasing power —
meaning your dollar stretches further day-to-day.
The minimum comfortable salary in Langley is estimated at
$32,424 vs $84,360 in Moscow.
| Metric | Langley | Moscow |
|---|---|---|
| Average Salary | $35,056 | $76,000 |
| Salary Needed | $32,424 | $84,360 |
| Purchasing Power | 36,901 idx | 68,468 idx |
| Household Income | $64,150 | $57,022 |
Weather
Climate Comparison
Both cities share a similar average temperature, within 0°F of each other.
| Metric | Langley | Moscow |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Temp | °F | °F |
| Summer High | °F | °F |
| Winter Low | °F | °F |
| Rainfall | in | in |
| Snowfall | in | in |
| Sunny Days | ||
| Humidity | 70.00% | % |
Mobility
Commute & Transport
Moscow has the shorter commute — saving residents roughly
8,000 minutes (133 hours) per year compared to Langley.
Moscow scores higher for public transit, making it the better choice for car-free living.
For walkability, Moscow leads — a better score here means more amenities reachable on foot.
| Metric | Langley | Moscow |
|---|---|---|
| Commute Time | 30 min | 14 min |
| Transit Score | 41.0/10 | 45.0/10 |
| Walkability | 44.0/10 | 48.0/10 |
| Traffic Index | 40.00 | |
| Car Dependency | Medium | Medium |
Population
Economy & Demographics
Langley is the larger city
— approximately 7.5x the population of Moscow.
From a growth perspective, Langley is expanding faster, signaling stronger demand for housing, jobs, and services.
On the employment side, Moscow has a lower unemployment rate, reflecting a tighter and more competitive job market.
| Metric | Langley | Moscow |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 197,585 | 26,286 |
| Pop. Growth | 2.40% | 0.80% |
| Median Age | 41.5 | 25.7 |
| Unemployment | 3.80% | 3.00% |
| GDP | $0.0B | $0.0B |
At a Glance
Pros & Cons
Langley
Advantages
Langley offers more practical living space and functional layouts compared to Vancouver at similar budgets.
The city provides strong family-oriented infrastructure, including integrated schools, recreation centers, parks, and daily shopping nodes.
Langley boasts a diverse housing market with detached homes, townhomes, condos, and acreages, supporting strong resale demand.
The community has been recognized as one of Canada's fastest-growing, indicating strong long-term growth potential.
The unemployment rate in Langley is significantly lower than the national average, indicating a healthy job market.
Drawbacks
Commute times can be a significant trade-off, especially for those working outside Langley, due to corridor-based congestion.
Langley's crime rates are higher than the British Columbia average.
While some areas are highly walkable, many neighborhoods in Langley Township are car-dependent.
The rapid growth leads to evolving neighborhood character, which may not appeal to everyone.
Specific pockets within Langley City may be less desirable and should be researched carefully.
Moscow
Advantages
High walkability score of 48, making many errands accessible on foot.
Short average commute time of 14.3 minutes, significantly below the national average.
Strong presence of the University of Idaho contributes to a vibrant cultural scene and job market.
Crime rates have seen a significant decrease, with violent crime rates well below the national average.
Rental prices are relatively affordable compared to national averages, despite a higher cost of living than the Idaho average.
Drawbacks
Median household income ($57,022) is below the national average.
Cost of living is 11% higher than the national average.
Limited public transit options contribute to a medium car dependency.
Job growth rate of 0.167% is modest.
Median age of 25.7 is significantly younger than the national average, which may not appeal to all demographics.
Explore
Dive Deeper
Key figures side by side — see which city wins each category at a glance.
Langley
#3British Columbia, Canada
80.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$1,260
Avg Salary
$35,056
Cost Index
95
Commute
30 min
Transit Score
41.0/10
Walkability
44.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
2.40%
Unemployment
3.80%
Livability
80
Business
75
Moscow
#14Idaho, USA
75.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$1,338
Avg Salary
$76,000
Cost Index
111
Commute
14 min
Transit Score
45.0/10
Walkability
48.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
0.80%
Unemployment
3.00%
Livability
87
Business
65
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