salaryAlbuquerque is 21% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Oakland to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,401
$2,511
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,284
$2,352
💵 Families earn per year
$73,680
$109,576
🔑 Buying a house
$291,500
$929,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
115.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,678
$8,575
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$127
👥 People living there
562,218
439,418
Commute to work
22.4 min
29.8 min
College degree
39.2%
48.7%
Own their home
61.8%
42.3%
Below poverty line
15.5%
13.4%
Unemployment
5.4%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Albuquerque for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Oakland for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Albuquerque | Oakland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $42,420 | $113,700 | +168% in Oakland |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,040 | $123,250 | +99% in Oakland |
| Registered Nurse | $96,040 | $186,610 | +94% in Oakland |
| Lawyer | $114,610 | $212,500 | +85% in Oakland |
| Police Officer | $73,380 | $132,000 | +80% in Oakland |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $57,370 | $94,310 | +64% in Oakland |
| Operations Manager | $94,640 | $149,990 | +58% in Oakland |
| Electrician | $59,120 | $92,830 | +57% in Oakland |
Frequently asked questions
Is Albuquerque or Oakland cheaper to live in?
Albuquerque is about 21% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,401 a month there versus $2,511 in Oakland.
What salary do I need in Oakland to match $60,000 in Albuquerque?
About $72,601 a year gives the same standard of living in Oakland.
Where do people earn more, Albuquerque or Oakland?
The typical household earns $73,680 in Albuquerque and $109,576 in Oakland, 33% more in Oakland.