Albuquerque, New Mexico vs. Palmdale, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palmdale, California is 44.8% more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $86,605 in Palmdale, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palmdale, California is more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% more expensive in Palmdale
than in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM vs. Palmdale, CA
Compared to Albuquerque, Palmdale is:
  Homeowner
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  44.8% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  16.9% higher
  Commute
  101.0% higher
  Health
  11.4% higher
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  Personal
  7.9% higher
Cost of Food
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