Zip 88020 (Cotton City, NM) Cost of Living


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United States / New Mexico / No Metro Area / Hidalgo County / Cotton City / Cotton City (zip 88020)

Cotton City cost of living score
73.3
Less expensive
26.7% lower
than the US average
17.1% lower
than the New Mexico average
Cotton City (zip 88020), New Mexico gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 73.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 26.7% lower than the U.S. average and 17.1% higher than the average for New Mexico.

Zip 88020 (Cotton City, NM)

Housing costs in Cotton City?
A typical home costs $135,400, which is 60.0% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 49.3% less expensive than the average New Mexico home, at $267,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Cotton City 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 Cotton City?
To live comfortably in Cotton City (zip 88020), New Mexico, a minimum annual income of $25,920 for a family, and $25,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Cotton City?
The cost of living in 88020 Cotton City, NM is generally considered to be quite affordable. The median household income in the area is $40,125 and the median home value is only $90,000. This makes it an excellent choice for those looking for a place to live that won't break the bank. Additionally, utilities tend to be lower than average and there are plenty of free activities available within the community. All in all, 88020 Cotton City, NM is a great place to call home without having to worry about budgeting too heavily.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesCotton CityNew MexicoUnited States
  73.388.4100.0
  89.993.3100
  85.682.6100.0
  33.384.3100.0
  $135,400$267,100$338,100
  101.4%100.4%100.0%
  79.984.6100.0
  73.185.5100.0

   100=National Average

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