It is home to about 560,000. The elevation ranges from 4,900 to 6,500 feet. The metropolitan area of Albuquerque includes the city of Albuquerque, the surrounding areas of Bernalillo County, and the communities of Rio Rancho and Corrales in neighboring Sandoval County. The Weather Albuquerque enjoy four distinct seasons, but all are characterized by sunny days. Temperatures ordinarily average a high of 77 degrees and a low of 42 degrees year-round.
Annual rainfall averages about eight inches a year.
Although Albuquerque receives snow several times each winter, annual snowfall averages a total of only 10 inches. Sandia Peak Ski Area, only a 30-minute drive from the city, averages 183 inches. Cost of Living A national average of 100 points. Taxes New Mexico has a graduated state income tax. Duke City Facts Albuquerque was founded in 1706.