Performance
Score Breakdown
Oakville
Moscow
Livability
Affordability
Business
Growth
Expenses
Cost of Living
Moscow is the more affordable option overall — monthly living expenses run approximately
86% higher compared to Oakville.
Housing costs are a major driver: Oakville's average rent is
31% higher than Moscow's.
| Metric | Oakville | Moscow | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,749 | $1,338 | +31% |
| Groceries | $339 | $0 | 0% |
| Utilities | $180 | $0 | 0% |
| Transport | $108 | $0 | 0% |
| Healthcare | $110 | $0 | 0% |
| Monthly Total | $2,486 | $1,338 | +86% |
| Cost Index | 86 | 111 | out of 100 |
Income
Salary & Income
Oakville offers 1% higher average salaries.
However, when adjusted for local cost of living, Oakville delivers stronger purchasing power —
meaning your dollar stretches further day-to-day.
The minimum comfortable salary in Oakville is estimated at
$68,904 vs $84,360 in Moscow.
| Metric | Oakville | Moscow |
|---|---|---|
| Average Salary | $76,896 | $76,000 |
| Salary Needed | $68,904 | $84,360 |
| Purchasing Power | 89,414 idx | 68,468 idx |
| Household Income | $110,000 | $57,022 |
Weather
Climate Comparison
Both cities share a similar average temperature, within 0°F of each other.
| Metric | Oakville | Moscow |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Temp | °F | °F |
| Summer High | °F | °F |
| Winter Low | °F | °F |
| Rainfall | in | in |
| Snowfall | in | in |
| Sunny Days | ||
| Humidity | 71.00% | % |
Mobility
Commute & Transport
Oakville has the shorter commute — saving residents roughly
7,000 minutes (117 hours) per year compared to Moscow.
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 | Oakville | Moscow |
|---|---|---|
| Commute Time | min | 14 min |
| Transit Score | 0.0/10 | 45.0/10 |
| Walkability | 0.0/10 | 48.0/10 |
| Traffic Index | 40.00 | |
| Car Dependency | Medium | Medium |
Population
Economy & Demographics
Oakville is the larger city
— approximately 8.9x the population of Moscow.
From a growth perspective, Moscow 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 | Oakville | Moscow |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 233,700 | 26,286 |
| Pop. Growth | % | 0.80% |
| Median Age | 25.7 | |
| Unemployment | 6.91% | 3.00% |
| GDP | $0.0B | $0.0B |
At a Glance
Pros & Cons
Oakville
Advantages
Oakville consistently ranks among the safest communities in Canada with a low crime rate.
The town offers excellent access to healthcare services, ranking highly in Ontario and Canada.
Oakville has a highly educated population, with over 85% of adults holding post-secondary degrees.
The median household income in Oakville is significantly higher than the provincial average, indicating strong economic prosperity.
Oakville is recognized for its vibrant community and high quality of life.
Drawbacks
The cost of living in Oakville, particularly housing, is considerably higher than the national average.
Despite a recent drop, average rent in Oakville remains one of the highest in the country.
A car is generally essential for getting around Oakville due to its suburban layout.
Some services not covered by OHIP, such as doctor's notes or certain forms, incur additional fees.
While amenities are good, the amenities score can be surprisingly low in some livability assessments.
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.
Oakville
#3Ontario, Canada
80.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$1,749
Avg Salary
$76,896
Cost Index
86
Commute
min
Transit Score
0.0/10
Walkability
0.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
%
Unemployment
6.91%
Livability
84
Business
75
Moscow
#16Idaho, 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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