Alamogordo, NM vs Roswell, NM

Alamogordo, NM and Roswell, NM have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.9% difference in their overall index. Alamogordo scores 72 while Roswell scores 69 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Alamogordo is $886/month compared to $840/month in Roswell — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Roswell is more affordable at $139,200 median vs $163,600.

Median household income in Alamogordo is $52,515 compared to $50,294 in Roswell (+4.4%). The higher salaries in Alamogordo partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Alamogordo spend roughly 20.2% of their income on rent, more than the 20% in Roswell.