Salem, Oregon vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 11.3% cheaper than Salem, Oregon.

You would need a salary of $44,336 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Salem, Oregon.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is cheaper than Salem, Oregon
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% cheaper in Albuquerque
than in Salem, Oregon
Salem, OR vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to Salem, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.3% 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
  4.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.6% higher
  Commute
  7.0% lower
  Health
  14.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher