Santa Monica, California vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 66.6% cheaper than Santa Monica, California.

You would need a salary of $5,129 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Monica, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is cheaper than Santa Monica, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
81% cheaper in Albuquerque
than in Santa Monica, California
Santa Monica, CA vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to Santa Monica, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
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  66.6% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  88.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  20.3% higher
  Commute
  42.2% lower
  Health
  11.5% lower
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  Personal
  6.5% lower
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