Las Cruces, New Mexico vs. Independence, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Independence, Missouri is 2.4% more expensive than Las Cruces, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $76,796 in Independence, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Missouri is more expensive than Las Cruces, New Mexico
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
24% more expensive in Independence
than in Las Cruces, New Mexico
Las Cruces, NM vs. Independence, MO
Compared to Las Cruces, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  0.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  24.9% higher
  Health
  18.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% higher