Altadena, California vs. Santa Fe, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Fe, New Mexico is 43.3% cheaper than Altadena, California.

You would need a salary of $170,149 in Santa Fe, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Altadena, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Fe, New Mexico is cheaper than Altadena, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% cheaper in Santa Fe
than in Altadena, California
Altadena, CA vs. Santa Fe, NM
Compared to Altadena, Santa Fe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.3% 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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% lower
  Commute
  49.7% lower
  Health
  5.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% higher

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