Pacheco, California vs. Ruidoso, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ruidoso, New Mexico is 19.2% cheaper than Pacheco, California.

You would need a salary of $40,410 in Ruidoso, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Pacheco, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ruidoso, New Mexico is cheaper than Pacheco, California
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
62% cheaper in Ruidoso
than in Pacheco, California
Pacheco, CA vs. Ruidoso, NM
Compared to Pacheco, Ruidoso is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.2% 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
  12.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  41.9% lower
  Health
  29.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.8% lower