Des Moines, NM Cost of Living


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United States / New Mexico / No Metro Area / Union County / Des Moines / Zip Codes

Des Moines cost of living score
67.1
Less expensive
32.9% lower
than the US average
24.1% lower
than the New Mexico average
Des Moines, New Mexico gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 67.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 32.9% lower than the U.S. average and 24.1% higher than the average for New Mexico.

Des Moines, NM

Housing costs in Des Moines?
A typical home costs $97,300, which is 71.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 63.6% less expensive than the average New Mexico home, at $267,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Des Moines costs $770 per month, which is 46.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 32.5% cheaper than the state average of $1,020.

Can I afford Des Moines?
To live comfortably in Des Moines, New Mexico, a minimum annual income of $18,720 for a family, and $24,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Des Moines?
The cost of living in Des Moines, NM is fairly affordable. The median home price is around $170,000 and the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment is just over $900. Prices for groceries, utilities and other necessities are all relatively moderate. Transportation can be expensive, but with the availability of bike paths, public transportation and ride-sharing services, it's possible to get around without breaking the bank. Overall, Des Moines offers a great balance between affordability and quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesDes MoinesNew MexicoUnited States
  67.188.4100.0
  91.793.3100
  88.482.6100.0
  33.284.3100.0
  $97,300$267,100$338,100
  121.4%100.4%100.0%
  65.684.6100.0
  75.385.5100.0

   100=National Average

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