Ruidoso, New Mexico vs. Galveston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Galveston, Texas is 10.6% more expensive than Ruidoso, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $55,313 in Galveston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Ruidoso, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Galveston, Texas is more expensive than Ruidoso, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% more expensive in Galveston
than in Ruidoso, New Mexico
Ruidoso, NM vs. Galveston, TX
Compared to Ruidoso, Galveston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.6% 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
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% lower
  Commute
  14.1% higher
  Health
  13.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.9% higher