Cost of living in Abbotsford, Canada compared to Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
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| Food | + 17% | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food in Abbotsford (Canada) is 17% more expensive than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States) | ||||
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | C$15 ($11) | $10 | + 15% | |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | C$9 ($7) | $7 | - 4% | |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | C$5.69 ($4.27) | $3.31 | + 29% | |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | C$2.05 ($1.54) | $0.70 | + 121% | |
| 12 eggs, large | C$4.81 ($3.61) | $2.60 | + 39% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | C$2.90 ($2.18) | $2.59 | - 16% | |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | C$10 ($7) | $4.53 | + 64% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | C$4.00 ($3.00) | $3.13 | - 4% | |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | C$3.34 ($2.51) | $1.27 | + 97% | |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | C$3.36 ($2.52) | $1.75 | + 44% | |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | C$16 ($12) | $8 | + 47% | |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | C$2.41 ($1.81) | $1.79 | + 1% | |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | C$2.01 ($1.51) | $1.57 | - 4% | |
| Housing | - 11% | |||
| Housing in Abbotsford (Canada) is 11% cheaper than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States) | ||||
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | C$1,651 ($1,240) | $1,164 | + 6% | |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | C$1,142 ($858) | $992 | - 13% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | C$102 ($77) | $142 | - 46% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | C$1,038 ($779) | $806 | - 3% | |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | C$779 ($585) | $650 | - 10% | |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | C$66 ($50) | $104 | - 52% | |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | C$39 ($30) | $36 | - 17% | |
| 40” flat screen TV | C$351 ($264) | $434 | - 39% | |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | C$86 ($65) | $138 | - 53% | |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | C$9 ($7) | $8 | - 21% | |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | C$22 ($17) | $19 | - 11% | |
| Clothes | - 22% | |||
| Clothes in Abbotsford (Canada) is 22% cheaper than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States) | ||||
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | C$59 ($45) | $40 | + 12% | |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | C$40 ($30) | $44 | - 32% | |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | C$93 ($70) | $68 | + 2% | |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | C$92 ($69) | $93 | - 26% | |
| Transportation | + 38% | |||
| Transportation in Abbotsford (Canada) is 38% more expensive than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States) | ||||
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | C$22,749 ($17,087) | $20,708 | - 17% | |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | C$1.27 ($0.95) | $0.61 | + 57% | |
| Monthly ticket public transport | C$67 ($50) | $28 | + 83% | |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | C$31 ($23) | $17 | + 36% | |
| Personal Care | - 23% | |||
| Personal Care in Abbotsford (Canada) is 23% cheaper than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States) | ||||
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | C$8 ($5.72) | $5.35 | + 7% | |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | C$20 ($15) | $21 | - 27% | |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | C$82 ($62) | $84 | - 26% | |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | C$6 ($4.85) | $6 | - 24% | |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | C$3.72 ($2.79) | $3.66 | - 24% | |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | C$2.83 ($2.13) | $4.96 | - 57% | |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | C$3.09 ($2.32) | $2.56 | - 9% | |
| Tube of toothpaste | C$2.46 ($1.85) | $2.01 | - 8% | |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | C$19 ($14) | $17 | - 13% | |
| Entertainment | + 54% | |||
| Entertainment in Abbotsford (Canada) is 54% more expensive than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States) | ||||
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | C$46 ($35) | $35 | - 2% | |
| 2 tickets to the movies | C$26 ($20) | $22 | - 11% | |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | C$101 ($76) | $130 | - 41% | |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | C$85 ($64) | $40 | + 59% | |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | C$8 ($6) | $9 | - 26% | |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | C$5.34 ($4.01) | $3.97 | + 1% | |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | C$5.67 ($4.26) | $4.00 | + 6% | |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | C$549 ($413) | $427 | - 3% | |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | C$1.04 ($0.78) | $0.10 | + 682% | |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | C$35 ($26) | $35 | - 25% | |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | C$11 ($8) | $7 | + 13% | |
| TOTAL | + 13% | |||
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 685 prices entered by 77 different people.
These prices were last updated on June 21, 2018.
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Cost of living in Abbotsford (Canada) is 13% more expensive than in Albuquerque, New Mexico (United States)
For example, you would need at least $4,172
(C$5,554)
in Abbotsford
to maintain the same standard of living that you can have with
$3,700
in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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