Casper, Wyoming vs. Ruidoso, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ruidoso, New Mexico is 10.7% cheaper than Casper, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $44,673 in Ruidoso, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Casper, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ruidoso, New Mexico is cheaper than Casper, Wyoming
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
42% cheaper in Ruidoso
than in Casper, Wyoming
Casper, WY vs. Ruidoso, NM
Compared to Casper, Ruidoso is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.7% 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
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% higher
  Commute
  13.8% lower
  Health
  42.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% lower