Cost of Living in Ponderosa, NM
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
64.2
100 = national avg
-35.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$28,242
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$66,754
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing32.3
Food87.9
Transportation75.8
Healthcare90.3
Utilities79.2
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 Ponderosa is 64.2, which is 35.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 32.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $28,242 per year to cover basic expenses.