Richland, Washington vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 9.4% cheaper than Richland, Washington.

You would need a salary of $90,619 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Richland, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is cheaper than Richland, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% cheaper in Albuquerque
than in Richland, Washington
Richland, WA vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to Richland, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.4% 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
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  22.7% higher
  Commute
  12.2% higher
  Health
  7.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.4% higher