Albuquerque, NM Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Albuquerque, New Mexico?
$4,920 / month
for a family, 8.9% less expensive than the national average A total of $59,040 for the year for a family.
$3,333 / month
for a single person, 30.1% less expensive than the national average A total of $40,000 for the year for a single person.

Albuquerque cost of living score
92
Less expensive
8.0% lower
than the US average
4.1% higher
than the New Mexico average
Albuquerque, New Mexico gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 92, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 8.0% lower than the U.S. average and 4.1% lower than the average for New Mexico.

Albuquerque, NM

Housing costs in Albuquerque?
A typical home costs $308,100, which is 8.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 15.4% more expensive than the average New Mexico home, at $267,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Albuquerque costs $1,220 per month, which is 14.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 16.4% more than the state average of $1,020.

Can I afford Albuquerque?
To live comfortably in Albuquerque, New Mexico, a minimum annual income of $59,040 for a family, and $40,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Albuquerque?
Albuquerque, New Mexico is well known for its vibrant culture and gorgeous scenery - as well as its surprisingly affordable cost-of-living. With housing options ranging from single family homes to luxury condos - it's easy to find something that fits your lifestyle and budget without breaking the bank. Moreover, groceries and transportation costs remain fairly low when compared with other US cities - making Albuquerque a great option for anyone looking for value out of their money.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesAlbuquerqueNew MexicoUnited States
  92.088.4100.0
  9693.3100
  79.882.6100.0
  88.284.3100.0
  $308,100$267,100$338,100
  97.2100.4100
  89.484.6100.0
  103.985.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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We made reservations for hotel and flights for a convention located in Old Town Albuquerque NM. When preparing for our trip we found that the city of Albuquerque has no  More

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i'm from albuquerque. born here, raised in denver, moved back at 11. it's cool, there's a lot of great restaurants, the people are friendly, the vibe is laid-back, it's  More

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Over 1 years ago

I love Albuquerque! It’s an interesting place with a lot of history and interesting things to  More

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