Freedom Score

United States to Canada: tax & freedom compared

How does Canada score against United States? The Freedom Score weighs six dimensions, built on primary government sources.

Net per month€4,509
Per year vs. United States+€861

Top 53.5% (federal + provincial) · Strong passport · Express Entry

Tax

73/100

Residency

87/100

Cost of living

57/100

Living environment

75/100

Mobility

95/100

Ownership

45/100

Compared by dimension

On an average United States income of €69,600 gross per year, you keep €54,109 net in Canada: a difference of €861 per year compared with United States.

  • Tax: on this income Canada lands at an effective rate of about 22%, against 23% in United States.
  • Passport and mobility: from Canada you travel visa-free to 182 countries.
  • Residency: on our accessibility scale Canada scores 87 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
  • Living environment: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give Canada a living-environment score of 75 out of 100.

Frequently asked questions

How much do I save by moving from United States to Canada?
On an average United States income it differs by roughly €861 net per year. Your own figure depends on your income and situation; calculate it with the free freedom check.
Is this tax advice?
No. Libaros compares on the basis of primary government sources and provides information. For personal decisions, consult a qualified adviser.
What sources is this based on?
The Freedom Score uses the OECD Tax Database, IATA Timatic, the Henley Visa Index and Eurostat, with direct links to primary government sources.
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Figures from primary government sources. Information, not advice.

Sources

OECD Tax Database · IATA Timatic · Henley Visa Index · Eurostat