Redmond, Washington vs. Ruidoso, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ruidoso, New Mexico is 56.2% cheaper than Redmond, Washington.

You would need a salary of $21,909 in Ruidoso, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Redmond, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ruidoso, New Mexico is cheaper than Redmond, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
76% cheaper in Ruidoso
than in Redmond, Washington
Redmond, WA vs. Ruidoso, NM
Compared to Redmond, Ruidoso is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  56.2% 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
  12.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  75.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  36.9% higher
  Commute
  46.7% lower
  Health
  2.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.2% lower