Albuquerque, New Mexico vs. Salmon, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Salmon, Idaho is 4.7% cheaper than Albuquerque, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $47,632 in Salmon, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Salmon, Idaho is cheaper than Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
29% cheaper in Salmon
than in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM vs. Salmon, ID
Compared to Albuquerque, Salmon is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% lower
  Commute
  27.2% lower
  Health
  32.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower