Ottumwa, Iowa vs. Carlsbad, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carlsbad, New Mexico is 5.8% more expensive than Ottumwa, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $52,886 in Carlsbad, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Ottumwa, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carlsbad, New Mexico is more expensive than Ottumwa, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
88% more expensive in Carlsbad
than in Ottumwa, Iowa
Ottumwa, IA vs. Carlsbad, NM
Compared to Ottumwa, Carlsbad is:
  Homeowner
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  5.8% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  91.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  13.6% lower
  Commute
  11.3% higher
  Health
  27.8% lower
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  Personal
  5.6% lower
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