Cost of Living in Sanostee, NM
Population: 259 | New Mexico
Sanostee is 27% less expensive than the national average.
Cost of Living in Sanostee, NM: What You Need to Know
With a cost of living index of 73, Sanostee, NM is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 27% cheaper than the national average and 13% below the New Mexico state average of 86. Sanostee is a small community of 259 residents.
The median household income in Sanostee is $52,917, which is 30% lower than the national median of $75,149. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.
Everyday prices in the Farmington, NM (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.
Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.
Income
- Median Household Income
- $52,917
- vs US Median ($75,149)
- -30%
Housing
- Median Home Value
- $36,800
- Median Monthly Housing Cost
- $292/mo
Everyday Prices in Sanostee
BLS Average Prices for the Farmington, NM (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area