Cost of Living in Mountainair, NM
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
74.7
100 = national avg
-25.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,886
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$77,731
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing75.4
Food81.9
Transportation63.7
Healthcare85.5
Utilities84.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,185
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,464
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mountainair is 74.7, which is 25.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 75.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,886 per year to cover basic expenses.