Cost of Living in Bernalillo, NM
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
102.6
100 = national avg
+2.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,138
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$106,689
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing114.0
Food97.1
Transportation94.2
Healthcare97.7
Utilities101.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,185
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,464
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bernalillo is 102.6, which is 2.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 114.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,138 per year to cover basic expenses.