Los Altos, California vs. Santa Fe, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Fe, New Mexico is 75.8% cheaper than Los Altos, California.

You would need a salary of $18,126 in Santa Fe, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Altos, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Fe, New Mexico is cheaper than Los Altos, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
85% cheaper in Santa Fe
than in Los Altos, California
Los Altos, CA vs. Santa Fe, NM
Compared to Los Altos, Santa Fe is:
  Homeowner
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  75.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  20.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  88.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  8.3% higher
  Commute
  42.6% lower
  Health
  23.7% lower
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  Personal
  2.2% higher
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