Houston, Texas vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 4.9% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $166,387 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
24% cheaper in Albuquerque
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to Houston, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
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  4.9% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  0.7% higher
  Commute
  24.9% lower
  Health
  16.1% lower
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  Personal
  3.3% lower
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