salaryAlbuquerque is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Paradise to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,401
$1,532
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,284
$1,510
💵 Families earn per year
$73,680
$63,836
🔑 Buying a house
$291,500
$384,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,678
$1,553
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$142
👥 People living there
562,218
185,913
Commute to work
22.4 min
23.2 min
College degree
39.2%
24.1%
Own their home
61.8%
41.9%
Below poverty line
15.5%
17.6%
Unemployment
5.4%
9.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Albuquerque for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Albuquerque | Paradise | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $42,420 | $59,280 | +40% in Paradise |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $57,370 | $75,920 | +32% in Paradise |
| Lawyer | $114,610 | $150,510 | +31% in Paradise |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $38,050 | $27,110 | -29% in Paradise |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,040 | $74,670 | +20% in Paradise |
| Electrician | $59,120 | $70,890 | +20% in Paradise |
| Dental Hygienist | $95,900 | $109,210 | +14% in Paradise |
| Elementary School Teacher | $75,520 | $65,040 | -14% in Paradise |
Frequently asked questions
Is Albuquerque or Paradise cheaper to live in?
Albuquerque is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,401 a month there versus $1,532 in Paradise.
What salary do I need in Paradise to match $60,000 in Albuquerque?
About $62,932 a year gives the same standard of living in Paradise.
Where do people earn more, Albuquerque or Paradise?
The typical household earns $73,680 in Albuquerque and $63,836 in Paradise, 15% more in Albuquerque.