Ruidoso, New Mexico vs. Mason, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mason, Texas is 15.8% more expensive than Ruidoso, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $57,910 in Mason, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruidoso, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mason, Texas is more expensive than Ruidoso, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% more expensive in Mason
than in Ruidoso, New Mexico
Ruidoso, NM vs. Mason, TX
Compared to Ruidoso, Mason is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.8% higher
      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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.7% higher
  Commute
  7.8% higher
  Health
  22.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.4% higher