Riverton, Wyoming vs. Ruidoso, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ruidoso, New Mexico is 3.4% cheaper than Riverton, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $72,434 in Ruidoso, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Riverton, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ruidoso, New Mexico is cheaper than Riverton, Wyoming
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
41% cheaper in Ruidoso
than in Riverton, Wyoming
Riverton, WY vs. Ruidoso, NM
Compared to Riverton, Ruidoso is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.4% 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
  4.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% lower
  Commute
  2.0% lower
  Health
  41.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% lower