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Tooele, UT vs Ruidoso, NM

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Are people in Ruidoso older or younger than people in Tooele?
- The Median Age in Ruidoso is 18.4 years older than in Tooele.

Are housing costs cheaper in Ruidoso or Tooele?
- Ruidoso housing costs are 27.1% less expensive than Tooele housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Ruidoso or Tooele?
- The average commute for residents of Ruidoso is 11.7 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Tooele.

Things to do in Tooele?
Tooele UTis found at the baseof Oquirrh mountains only 36 miles southwest from Salt Lake City There it stands as gateway point between metro area downtown life and scenic mountain adventures in rugged Utah terrain

Things to do in Ruidoso?
Ruidoso, NM is a small town nestled in the beautiful mountains of New Mexico. It's home to a friendly community of people who all enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and stunning views of the surrounding landscape. There are plenty of outdoor activities to choose from, whether that's hiking, biking, fishing, or simply taking in the breathtaking vistas. Life here is laid back and relaxed—a place where you can truly savor life's simple pleasures. With its abundance of activities, picturesque scenery and warm hospitality, Ruidoso is a great choice for those looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

 Tooele, UTRuidoso, NMUnited States
 Population  Unlock7,636329,725,481
 Median Income$76,618  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock50.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$387,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time28.3  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Tooele    5 Reviews

Over 7 years ago

I've lived in Utah all of my life, and in Tooele for 10 years. The traffic is worse than Salt Lake City. Average commute to downtown SLC used to be about 40 minutes.   More

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Over 10 years ago

I've lived in Utah for about 18 years now. It has become my home. I love raising my children here. I never thought that I would like living in Utah, as a matter of fact  More

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Over 15 years ago

We moved here because of my parents. We were not sure if we would even like it. Three years later, we're still here & wouldn't move if you paid us. Tooele HAS very  More

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Reviews for Ruidoso    12 Reviews

Over 3 years ago

Best place in NM to live , unless you like crowds, traffic, crime, and concrete. Plenty of jobs and min wage is now close to $12/hr. Housing is a little pricey but  More

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Over 3 years ago

I love Ruidoso, or "noisy river". I have always visited but now i live here. Was my first choice if I ever moved. I am so glad I left El Paso, was getting way to big  More

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I’ve lived in this town for nine years and loved it. The weather is by far the best thing about this town. Just don’t be a “rude Texan,“ and you will be fine. Try not to  More

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