Salida, Colorado vs. Ruidoso, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ruidoso, New Mexico is 23.8% cheaper than Salida, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $60,990 in Ruidoso, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Salida, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ruidoso, New Mexico is cheaper than Salida, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
56% cheaper in Ruidoso
than in Salida, Colorado
Salida, CO vs. Ruidoso, NM
Compared to Salida, Ruidoso is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.8% lower
      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
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  7.5% lower
  Health
  5.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% lower