Chama, New Mexico vs. Abilene, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Abilene, Texas is 3.6% cheaper than Chama, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $48,177 in Abilene, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chama, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Abilene, Texas is cheaper than Chama, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Abilene
than in Chama, New Mexico
Chama, NM vs. Abilene, TX
Compared to Chama, Abilene is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.6% 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
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% higher
  Commute
  18.1% lower
  Health
  37.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.3% higher