Cost of Living Calculator - Albuquerque, New Mexico vs El Centro, California


The cost of living in El Centro, California is 8.7% more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $54,350 in El Centro, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, El Centro, California is more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
48% more expensive in El Centro
than in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM vs El Centro, CA
Compared to Albuquerque, El Centro is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.7% higher
      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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% higher
  Commute
  4.0% lower
  Health
  48.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% lower

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