Lubbock, Texas vs. Silver City, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Silver City, New Mexico is 3.6% cheaper than Lubbock, Texas.

You would need a salary of $48,203 in Silver City, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Lubbock, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Silver City, New Mexico is cheaper than Lubbock, Texas
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
26% cheaper in Silver City
than in Lubbock, Texas
Lubbock, TX vs. Silver City, NM
Compared to Lubbock, Silver City 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
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% higher
  Commute
  6.8% lower
  Health
  26.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% higher