Santa Cruz, California vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 55.4% cheaper than Santa Cruz, California.

You would need a salary of $44,619 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is cheaper than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
75% cheaper in Albuquerque
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to Santa Cruz, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
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  55.4% lower
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  Renter
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  Food
  13.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  77.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.0% higher
  Commute
  19.1% lower
  Health
  26.9% lower
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  Personal
  7.1% lower
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