Santa Clara, California vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 61.4% cheaper than Santa Clara, California.

You would need a salary of $28,966 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Clara, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is cheaper than Santa Clara, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
78% cheaper in Albuquerque
than in Santa Clara, California
Santa Clara, CA vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to Santa Clara, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
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  61.4% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  17.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  84.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.0% higher
  Commute
  36.4% lower
  Health
  25.9% lower
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  Personal
  7.2% lower
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