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| Measure | Edmonton | Memphis |
|---|---|---|
| Climate | ||
| January / July average | -10°C / 17°C | 5°C / 28°C |
| Sunny days a year | 325 | 220 |
| Snow a year | 120 cm | 8 cm |
| Money | ||
| Cost of living index (100 = average) | 90 | 84 |
| Typical home price | C$430,000 | US$220,000 |
| Property tax a year, typical home | C$4,214 | US$2,860 |
| Provincial or state income tax | Low | None |
| Life | ||
| Health care | Public plan, no premium | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) |
| School rating | 7.6 / 10 | 4.8 / 10 |
| Unemployment | 7.6% | 5% |
| Main industries | Energy, government, education | Logistics, FedEx hub, health |
| Getting around (typical drive) | ||
| Airport | 35 min | 15 min |
| Ski hill | 20 min | 3h+ |
| Beach or lake | 1h | 1h |
| Downtown | In town | In town |
| Risks | ||
| Wildfire | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Flood | Risk: Low | Risk: Moderate |
| Extreme heat | Risk: Low | Risk: High |
| Air quality (smoke) | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Low |
| Lifestyle | ||
| ⛳ Golf | ✓ | – |
| 🎸 Live music | ✓ | ✓ |
| 🍜 Food scene | – | ✓ |
| 💸 Lower cost | ✓ | ✓ |
| 🏙️ Big city | ✓ | ✓ |
| See homes | See homes | |
All figures are approximate and for comparison only: averages and estimates, not official statistics. Prices are in each place's local currency. Risk levels are illustrative; check government hazard maps (FEMA, NOAA, Natural Resources Canada) before you buy.