Decorah, Iowa vs. Las Cruces, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Las Cruces, New Mexico is 1.4% cheaper than Decorah, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $49,292 in Las Cruces, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Decorah, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Las Cruces, New Mexico is cheaper than Decorah, Iowa
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
32% cheaper in Las Cruces
than in Decorah, Iowa
Decorah, IA vs. Las Cruces, NM
Compared to Decorah, Las Cruces is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.4% 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
  3.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% lower
  Commute
  23.8% higher
  Health
  32.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.1% lower