Palmdale, California vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 31.0% cheaper than Palmdale, California.

You would need a salary of $122,936 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmdale, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is cheaper than Palmdale, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% cheaper in Albuquerque
than in Palmdale, California
Palmdale, CA vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to Palmdale, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
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  31.0% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  34.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  14.4% lower
  Commute
  50.3% lower
  Health
  10.2% lower
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  Personal
  7.3% lower
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