Clayton, NM vs Raton, NM

Clayton is moderately more affordable than Raton, with a 8.9% lower cost of living index. Clayton scores 61 compared to 67 for Raton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Raton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clayton is $637/month compared to $734/month in Raton — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Clayton is more affordable at $111,500 median vs $148,200.

Median household income in Clayton is $40,192 compared to $52,007 in Raton (-22.7%). While Raton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Clayton spend roughly 19% of their income on rent, more than the 16.9% in Raton.