Albuquerque, New Mexico vs. Palo Alto, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Palo Alto, California is 376.7% more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $238,326 in Palo Alto, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Palo Alto, California is more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
908% more expensive in Palo Alto
than in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM vs. Palo Alto, CA
Compared to Albuquerque, Palo Alto is:
  Homeowner
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  376.7% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  29.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,349.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.5% lower
  Commute
  57.3% higher
  Health
  35.0% higher
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  Personal
  9.1% higher
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