Albuquerque, New Mexico vs. Santa Cruz, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Cruz, California is 124.1% more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $94,130 in Santa Cruz, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Cruz, California is more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
312% more expensive in Santa Cruz
than in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM vs. Santa Cruz, CA
Compared to Albuquerque, Santa Cruz is:
  Homeowner
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  124.1% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  16.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  347.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  23.6% higher
  Health
  36.8% higher
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  Personal
  7.6% higher
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