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Compare cost of living, salaries, and quality of life across cities in New Mexico.

New Mexico, known as "the Land of Enchantment," offers a unique blend of Native American, Spanish, and Mexican cultures, reflected in its architecture, cuisine, and traditions. The state's economy is driven by diverse sectors including energy (oil, gas, and renewables), aerospace and defense, food processing, agriculture, and a significant tourism industry. Living in New Mexico generally offers a lower cost of living compared to the national average, with housing and utilities often more affordable. The climate is largely arid and sunny, with diverse landscapes ranging from deserts to alpine forests, providing for warm to hot summers and cold winters, and a relaxed, outdoor-oriented lifestyle.

20
Cities
$58K
Avg Salary
91
Avg Cost Index
Las Cruces
Top City

About New Mexico

New Mexico is a state in USA with 20 cities tracked on Urblytica. The average cost index across its cities is 91, with average salaries around $58,419. Explore cost of living, salary data, and quality of life metrics for each city below.

Cities in New Mexico

Las Cruces, New Mexico Terry Umbenhaur (CC BY-SA 3.0) via Wikimedia Commons #1 Best City 61

Las Cruces

New Mexico, USA

SafetyC
CostB
Growth75
Avg. Rent$1,068
Median Income$55,422
Cost of Living91/100
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Los Lunas #2 Best City 55

Los Lunas

New Mexico, USA

SafetyF
CostB
Growth75
Avg. Rent$2,071
Median Income$62,330
Cost of Living86/100
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Alamogordo, New Mexico Foreverstocks (CC BY-SA 4.0) via Wikimedia Commons #3 Best City 54

Alamogordo

New Mexico, USA

SafetyC-
CostB
Growth60
Avg. Rent$1,098
Median Income$55,952
Cost of Living90/100
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Albuquerque, New Mexico Quintin Soloviev (CC BY 4.0) via Wikimedia Commons #4 Best City 49

Albuquerque

New Mexico, USA

SafetyF
CostB-
Growth70
Avg. Rent$1,178
Median Income$71,494
Cost of Living97/100
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Sunland Park #12 Best City

Sunland Park

New Mexico, USA

Safety—
Cost—
Growth—
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$50
State Filing Fee
5.9%
State Income Tax
5.13%
Sales Tax
None
Franchise Tax

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