West Chicago, Illinois vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 10.5% cheaper than West Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $44,729 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in West Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is cheaper than West Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
32% cheaper in Albuquerque
than in West Chicago, Illinois
West Chicago, IL vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to West Chicago, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.5% 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
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% lower
  Commute
  20.1% lower
  Health
  15.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.5% lower