Houston, Texas vs. Ruidoso, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ruidoso, New Mexico is 11.3% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $76,274 in Ruidoso, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ruidoso, New Mexico is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
42% cheaper in Ruidoso
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Ruidoso, NM
Compared to Houston, Ruidoso is:
  Homeowner
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  11.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  42.7% lower
  Health
  9.8% lower
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  Personal
  3.6% lower
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