Phoenix vs Albuquerque: Cost of Living
Last updated 2026-06-15 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Albuquerque is about 9% cheaper overall. Here is how Phoenix and Albuquerque compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.
- Phoenix cost-of-living index: 102 vs 100
- Albuquerque cost-of-living index: 93 vs 100
- Phoenix median 2BR rent: $1,900/mo
- Albuquerque median 2BR rent: $1,400/mo
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