Albuquerque, New Mexico vs. Salinas, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salinas, California is 54.7% more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $216,630 in Salinas, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salinas, California is more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
115% more expensive in Salinas
than in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM vs. Salinas, CA
Compared to Albuquerque, Salinas is:
  Homeowner
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  54.7% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  8.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  141.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.9% lower
  Commute
  12.3% higher
  Health
  80.1% higher
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  Personal
  6.2% higher
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