Thoreau, NM Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Thoreau, New Mexico?
$2,700 / month
for a family, 50.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $32,400 for the year for a family.
$2,200 / month
for a single person, 53.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $26,400 for the year for a single person.

Thoreau cost of living score
78
Less expensive
22.0% lower
than the US average
11.8% lower
than the New Mexico average
Thoreau, New Mexico gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 78, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 22.0% lower than the U.S. average and 11.8% higher than the average for New Mexico.

Thoreau, NM

Housing costs in Thoreau?
A typical home costs $169,900, which is 49.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 36.4% less expensive than the average New Mexico home, at $267,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Thoreau costs $790 per month, which is 44.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 29.1% cheaper than the state average of $1,020.

Can I afford Thoreau?
To live comfortably in Thoreau, New Mexico, a minimum annual income of $32,400 for a family, and $26,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Thoreau?
The cost of living in Thoreau, NM is relatively low compared to other parts of the country. The median home value in Thoreau is around $50,000, which is well below the national average. Groceries are also relatively affordable as well, with prices being 30 percent lower than the US average. Additionally, utilities like electricity and water are also quite affordable due to the area’s abundance of natural resources. All in all, Thoreau is an ideal place for those looking to stretch their paycheck far while still enjoying a comfortable lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesThoreauNew MexicoUnited States
    Unlock88.4100.0
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    Unlock$267,100$338,100
  92.6  Unlock100.0
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  75.2  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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