Ruidoso, New Mexico vs. Ukiah, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Ukiah, California is 39.7% more expensive than Ruidoso, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $69,835 in Ukiah, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruidoso, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ukiah, California is more expensive than Ruidoso, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% more expensive in Ukiah
than in Ruidoso, New Mexico
Ruidoso, NM vs. Ukiah, CA
Compared to Ruidoso, Ukiah is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  39.7% 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
  11.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% higher
  Commute
  24.3% higher
  Health
  41.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% higher