Roswell, NM vs Sunland Park, NM

Roswell, NM and Sunland Park, NM have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.4% difference in their overall index. Roswell scores 69 while Sunland Park scores 71 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 Roswell is $840/month compared to $770/month in Sunland Park — a 9% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Sunland Park has cheaper rent, Roswell actually has lower median home values ($139,200 vs $194,900).

Median household income in Roswell is $50,294 compared to $52,147 in Sunland Park (-3.6%). While Sunland Park is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Roswell spend roughly 20% of their income on rent, more than the 17.7% in Sunland Park.