Ruidoso, New Mexico vs. Chicago, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 26.8% more expensive than Ruidoso, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $63,400 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruidoso, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Ruidoso, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
0% more expensive in Chicago
than in Ruidoso, New Mexico
Ruidoso, NM vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Ruidoso, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  4.9% lower
  Commute
  103.1% higher
  Health
  2.6% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  10.8% higher
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