Albuquerque, New Mexico vs. Palm Desert, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palm Desert, California is 36.0% more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $68,007 in Palm Desert, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palm Desert, California is more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
74% more expensive in Palm Desert
than in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM vs. Palm Desert, CA
Compared to Albuquerque, Palm Desert is:
  Homeowner
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  36.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.6% higher
  Commute
  40.7% higher
  Health
  9.4% higher
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  Personal
  8.2% higher
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