Albuquerque, New Mexico vs. Carlsbad, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carlsbad, New Mexico is 19.3% cheaper than Albuquerque, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $33,502 in Carlsbad, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carlsbad, New Mexico is cheaper than Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Carlsbad
than in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM vs. Carlsbad, NM
Compared to Albuquerque, Carlsbad is:
  Homeowner
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  19.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  33.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  10.4% lower
  Commute
  21.8% lower
  Health
  7.9% higher
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  Personal
  6.7% lower
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