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Cost of Living Calculator - Albuquerque, New Mexico vs Lake Forest, California

The cost of living in Lake Forest, California is 81.6% more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $136,206 in Lake Forest, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Forest, California is more expensive than Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
204% more expensive in Lake Forest
than in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM vs Lake_Forest, CA
Compared to Albuquerque, Lake_Forest is:
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  81.6% higher
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  7.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  252.7% higher
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  Utilities
  4.5% higher
  Commute
  24.8% higher
  Health
  17.0% higher
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  Personal
  8.2% higher
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