Forks, Washington vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 0.9% more expensive than Forks, Washington.

You would need a salary of $75,667 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Forks, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is more expensive than Forks, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
6% more expensive in Albuquerque
than in Forks, Washington
Forks, WA vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to Forks, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.9% 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
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  47.0% higher
  Commute
  12.5% higher
  Health
  22.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower