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| Measure | Regina | Asheville |
|---|---|---|
| Climate | ||
| January / July average | -15°C / 19°C | 3°C / 24°C |
| Sunny days a year | 320 | 210 |
| Snow a year | 105 cm | 30 cm |
| Money | ||
| Cost of living index (100 = average) | 82 | 95 |
| Typical home price | C$330,000 | US$450,000 |
| Property tax a year, typical home | C$3,960 | US$3,375 |
| Provincial or state income tax | Medium | Low |
| Life | ||
| Health care | Public plan, no premium | Private, ~US$520/mo (approx.) |
| School rating | 7.5 / 10 | 7 / 10 |
| Unemployment | 5.8% | 3.9% |
| Main industries | Government, agriculture, potash | Health, tourism, brewing |
| Getting around (typical drive) | ||
| Airport | 10 min | 25 min |
| Ski hill | 3h+ | 1h |
| Beach or lake | 40 min | 30 min |
| Downtown | In town | In town |
| Risks | ||
| Wildfire | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Flood | Risk: Low | Risk: Moderate |
| Extreme heat | Risk: Low | Risk: Low |
| Air quality (smoke) | Risk: Moderate | Risk: Low |
| Lifestyle | ||
| 🥾 Hiking | – | ✓ |
| 🛶 Lake life | ✓ | – |
| ⛳ Golf | ✓ | – |
| 🎸 Live music | – | ✓ |
| 🍜 Food scene | – | ✓ |
| 💻 Remote-work hub | – | ✓ |
| 💸 Lower cost | ✓ | ✓ |
| 🏡 Small town | – | ✓ |
| 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.