Valparaiso, Indiana vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 9.9% cheaper than Valparaiso, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $70,262 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is cheaper than Valparaiso, Indiana
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
23% cheaper in Albuquerque
than in Valparaiso, Indiana
Valparaiso, IN vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to Valparaiso, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.9% 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
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% lower
  Commute
  19.8% lower
  Health
  11.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% lower