Albuquerque, New Mexico vs. Star, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Star, Idaho is 39.9% more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $97,907 in Star, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Star, Idaho is more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
84% more expensive in Star
than in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM vs. Star, ID
Compared to Albuquerque, Star is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.9% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  68.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% lower
  Commute
  12.1% higher
  Health
  25.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% higher