Sandy, Utah vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 29.2% cheaper than Sandy, Utah.

You would need a salary of $53,079 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Sandy, Utah.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is cheaper than Sandy, Utah
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Albuquerque
than in Sandy, Utah
Sandy, UT vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to Sandy, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.2% 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
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% higher
  Commute
  8.5% lower
  Health
  21.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% lower