Austin, Texas vs. Ruidoso, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ruidoso, New Mexico is 34.5% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $32,728 in Ruidoso, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ruidoso, New Mexico is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Ruidoso
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Ruidoso, NM
Compared to Austin, Ruidoso is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  1.5% lower
  Commute
  37.9% lower
  Health
  15.6% lower
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  Personal
  3.6% lower
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