Ruidoso, New Mexico vs. Walsenburg, Colorado

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Walsenburg, Colorado is 12.8% cheaper than Ruidoso, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $43,625 in Walsenburg, Colorado to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruidoso, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Walsenburg, Colorado is cheaper than Ruidoso, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% cheaper in Walsenburg
than in Ruidoso, New Mexico
Ruidoso, NM vs. Walsenburg, CO
Compared to Ruidoso, Walsenburg is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.8% 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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.0% higher
  Commute
  13.0% higher
  Health
  3.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% lower