Casper, Wyoming vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 4.2% cheaper than Casper, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $47,890 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Casper, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is cheaper than Casper, Wyoming
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
46% cheaper in Albuquerque
than in Casper, Wyoming
Casper, WY vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to Casper, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.2% 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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.5% higher
  Commute
  13.0% higher
  Health
  46.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% lower