Philadelphia, Pennsylvania vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 13.5% cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

You would need a salary of $64,857 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is cheaper than Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
36% cheaper in Albuquerque
than in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to Philadelphia, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.5% 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
  6.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% lower
  Commute
  37.0% lower
  Health
  21.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.5% lower