salaryAlbuquerque is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Denver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,401
$2,065
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,284
$2,127
💵 Families earn per year
$73,680
$102,153
🔑 Buying a house
$291,500
$616,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
105.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,678
$2,751
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$113
👥 People living there
562,218
718,877
Commute to work
22.4 min
24.9 min
College degree
39.2%
56.5%
Own their home
61.8%
48.8%
Below poverty line
15.5%
11.2%
Unemployment
5.4%
4.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Albuquerque for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Denver for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Albuquerque | Denver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $42,420 | $87,980 | +107% in Denver |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,040 | $99,040 | +60% in Denver |
| Lawyer | $114,610 | $177,380 | +55% in Denver |
| Operations Manager | $94,640 | $142,330 | +50% in Denver |
| Police Officer | $73,380 | $101,970 | +39% in Denver |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $57,370 | $75,810 | +32% in Denver |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $98,220 | $127,880 | +30% in Denver |
| Medical Assistant | $39,200 | $49,700 | +27% in Denver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Albuquerque or Denver cheaper to live in?
Albuquerque is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,401 a month there versus $2,065 in Denver.
What salary do I need in Denver to match $60,000 in Albuquerque?
About $66,428 a year gives the same standard of living in Denver.
Where do people earn more, Albuquerque or Denver?
The typical household earns $73,680 in Albuquerque and $102,153 in Denver, 28% more in Denver.