Reston, Virginia vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 33.9% cheaper than Reston, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $49,563 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Reston, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is cheaper than Reston, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Albuquerque
than in Reston, Virginia
Reston, VA vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to Reston, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.9% 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
  14.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  27.6% lower
  Health
  21.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.6% lower