Rock Springs, Wyoming vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 2.9% cheaper than Rock Springs, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $48,556 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Rock Springs, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is cheaper than Rock Springs, Wyoming
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
45% cheaper in Albuquerque
than in Rock Springs, Wyoming
Rock_Springs, WY vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to Rock_Springs, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% 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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.1% higher
  Commute
  16.6% higher
  Health
  45.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% lower