Population
562K
Cost of living
Moderate cost
State avg salary
$52,000
About Albuquerque
The state's largest city beneath the Sandia Mountains.
As one of New Mexico's key cities, Albuquerque shares the state's moderate-cost profile and access to industries like government and national labs, oil and gas, tourism. Explore the full New Mexico guide for housing, jobs, taxes, schools, and more.
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