United States
Cost of Living in Albuquerque, NM
Monthly Total
$3,005
$52,588
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,234
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$59
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,234
$21,595
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$221
$3,868
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$200
$3,500
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$228
$3,990
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$420
$7,350
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$311
$5,443
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$314
$5,495
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$78
$1,365
Monthly Total
$3,005
$52,588
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