Alpine, Texas vs. Magdalena, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Magdalena, New Mexico is 14.4% cheaper than Alpine, Texas.

You would need a salary of $42,823 in Magdalena, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Alpine, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Magdalena, New Mexico is cheaper than Alpine, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% cheaper in Magdalena
than in Alpine, Texas
Alpine, TX vs. Magdalena, NM
Compared to Alpine, Magdalena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.4% 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
  7.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% lower
  Commute
  2.3% higher
  Health
  17.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.9% lower