Waukee, Iowa vs. Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 5.2% cheaper than Waukee, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $47,390 in Albuquerque, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Waukee, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albuquerque, New Mexico is cheaper than Waukee, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% cheaper in Albuquerque
than in Waukee, Iowa
Waukee, IA vs. Albuquerque, NM
Compared to Waukee, Albuquerque is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% 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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.8% higher
  Commute
  16.0% higher
  Health
  23.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.1% lower