Socorro, NM Cost of Living


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Socorro cost of living score
72.9
Less expensive
27.1% lower
than the US average
17.5% lower
than the New Mexico average
Socorro, New Mexico gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 72.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 27.1% lower than the U.S. average and 17.5% higher than the average for New Mexico.

Socorro, NM

Housing costs in Socorro?
A typical home costs $158,200, which is 53.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 40.8% less expensive than the average New Mexico home, at $267,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Socorro costs $800 per month, which is 44.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 27.5% cheaper than the state average of $1,020.

Can I afford Socorro?
To live comfortably in Socorro, New Mexico, a minimum annual income of $30,240 for a family, and $24,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Socorro?
The cost of living in Socorro, NM is quite reasonable. While some goods and services might be slightly more expensive than larger cities, overall the cost of living index for Socorro is roughly 10% lower than the national average. This makes it an attractive location for those looking to stretch their dollar further. The median home price in Socorro is also quite low, making this a great place to find affordable housing if you are looking to purchase a home.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesSocorroNew MexicoUnited States
  72.988.4100.0
  92.493.3100
  85.582.6100.0
  47.184.3100.0
  $158,200$267,100$338,100
  107.2%100.4%100.0%
  67.384.6100.0
  72.785.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Socorro County, New Mexico, is one of the largest counties in the state (6626 square miles)but with a population of only about 18 million. Most of the population  More

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