Elgin, Illinois vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 0.9% cheaper than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $109,039 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is cheaper than Elgin, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
32% cheaper in Albuquerque
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to Elgin, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.9% 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
  0.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% lower
  Commute
  1.7% lower
  Health
  13.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% lower