Monterey, California vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 48.1% cheaper than Monterey, California.

You would need a salary of $25,958 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Monterey, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is cheaper than Monterey, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Albuquerque
than in Monterey, California
Monterey, CA vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to Monterey, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.1% lower
      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
  13.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.6% higher
  Commute
  2.9% lower
  Health
  44.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% lower