vs
London
Toronto
Top 1%2,390 points
Top 1%
Top 36%1,537 points
Top 36%
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Key facts and figures
London vs Toronto: 56 facts in comparison
1. average maximum temperature
Can get very hot but good when doing water sports. Source: Wikipedia, 2018; WMO, 2018.
15.2°C
Mecca: 38.2°C
11.9°C
2. average temperature
Source: Wikipedia, 2018; WMO, 2018.
11°C
Mecca: 32°C
9.1°C
3. has a seaside beach
Source: Wikipedia, 2018; city's official website, 2018.
London
Toronto
45% have it
4. population density
Population density shows how cramped or spread out inhabitants are. Cities with high population densities can be considered overpopulated, but the extent to which this is the case depends on factors like quality of housing and infrastructure and access to resources. Source: Wikipedia, 2018.
5518 people/km²
Rovaniemi: 8.03 people/km²
4150 people/km²
5. cost of the monthly public transport ticket
Cost of the monthly public transport ticket indicates affordability of public transportation for an average inhabitant. Source: Wikipedia, 2018; city's public transport website, 2018.
166.41$
Baghdad: 0$
105.01$
6. population
Populous cities usually offer better employment opportunities and many entertainment options. Big cities attract companies and business investment, and are usually important cultural centres and research hubs. Source: Wikipedia, 2018.
8.6 million
Shanghai: 23 million
2.62 million
7. unemployment rate
Low unemployment rate indicates better career opportunities and economic growth. Source: Wikipedia, 2018; city's official stats, 2018.
8.1%
Port Louis: 0%
9.9%
8. has lake/s
Source: Wikipedia, 2018; city's official website, 2018.
London
Toronto
58% have it
9. has mountains nearby
There are mountains at a distance of maximum 100 kilometers (62 miles) from the city. Mountains are considered to have an elevation of at least 1,000 m (3,300 ft). Source: Wikipedia, 2018; city's official website, 2018.
London
Toronto
53% have it
10. gross domestic product (GDP)
The level of GDP shows how rich and productive the city is. Source: Wikipedia, 2018.
565$ billion
New York: 1280$ billion
270$ billion
11. sporting availability (stadiums, arenas, etc.)
With more large sports facilities (20,000+ seats), a city is able to organize more important sporting events. Source: worldstadiums.com, 2018.
13
London: 13
3
12. median age of population
Cities with younger population have usually better development perspectives. Young societies are more dynamic and creative. Source: Wikipedia, 2018; city's official stats, 2018.
36.4 years
Niamey: 15.2 years
36.9 years
13. UNESCO World Heritage landmarks
The World Heritage List includes 962 properties forming part of the cultural and natural heritage which the World Heritage Committee considers as having outstanding universal value. Source: UNESCO, 2018.
4
Kyoto: 17
0
14. possibility of drinking alcohol in public places
In general, cities with possibility of drinking alcohol in public places have more thriving nightlife. It's easier to organize parties in public places. Source: Wikipedia, 2018; city's official website, 2018.
London
Toronto
50% have it
15. a bike sharing system
Bike sharing system makes a city more cyclist friendly, shows city’s pro cyclist attitude and gives new touristic opportunities. Source: Wikipedia, 2018.
London
Toronto
33% have it
16. cheaper cost of one-bedroom apartment in the city center
The average price of a single-bedroom apartment located in the city center shows how much of your salary would be allocated in rent expenses, and is an indicator of the cost of living of the city. Source: numbeo.com, 2018.
2145.13$
Thimphu: 92.5$
1199.1$
17. income inequalities
The Gini coefficient is a measure of dispersion, in this case used to show the variation in income. A Gini coefficient of zero expresses perfect equality. A Gini coefficient of one expresses maximal inequality. Lower income inequalities indicate a more equal distribution of wealth and better opportunities for the average citizen. Source: Wikipedia, 2018.
0.35
Beijing: 0.22
0.44
18. number of billionaires
Number of billionaires can indicate if the city has significant agglomerations of personal wealth. Source: Forbes, 2018.
72
Moscow: 82
5
19. female population
The percentage of female residents, according to the city's official statistics. Source: Wikipedia, 2018; UNData, 2018.
51.1%
Riga: 55.6%
52%
20. Big Mac Index
The Big Mac Index is published by The Economist as an informal way of measuring the purchasing power parity (PPP) between two currencies. The Big Mac PPP exchange rate between two countries is obtained by dividing the price of a Big Mac in one country (in its currency) by the price of a Big Mac in another country (in its currency). Source: Economist, 2018.
4.93$
Agra: 1.89$
4.63$
21. average minimum temperature
It can get cold in winter but good for doing winter sports, particularly if there is snow. Source: Wikipedia, 2018; WMO, 2018.
7.5°C
Ulan Bator: -7.9°C
6.2°C
22. average salary
Source: Wikipedia, 2018; city's official stats, 2018.
2773$
Zurich: 5827.24$
2574.92$
23. lower cost of one single transportation ticket
A cheaper single ticket will allow you to move through the city for less money. Whether you are a visitor or a resident, it will help your economy. Source: Official city's public transport website, 2018.
3.2$
Colombo: 0.1$
2.41$
24. has a public health care
Public health care is more affordable for an average citizen and usually guaranteed for everyone. Source: city's official website, 2018.
London
Toronto
80% have it
25. is a site of pilgrimage for world religion
Indicates that the city is an important religious centre. Source: Wikipedia, 2018.
London
Toronto
9% have it
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