Ruidoso, New Mexico vs. Portland, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Texas is 5.2% more expensive than Ruidoso, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $14,727 in Portland, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruidoso, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Texas is more expensive than Ruidoso, New Mexico
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
38% more expensive in Portland
than in Ruidoso, New Mexico
Ruidoso, NM vs. Portland, TX
Compared to Ruidoso, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.2% 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
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.3% higher
  Commute
  23.5% higher
  Health
  22.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% higher