Renton, Washington vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 37.2% cheaper than Renton, Washington.

You would need a salary of $49,607 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Renton, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is cheaper than Renton, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Albuquerque
than in Renton, Washington
Renton, WA vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to Renton, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.2% 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
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  35.0% higher
  Commute
  37.4% lower
  Health
  9.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.7% lower