Cost of Living in Roswell, NM
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
82.5
100 = national avg
-17.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,306
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$85,814
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing80.9
Food88.4
Transportation75.9
Healthcare90.8
Utilities89.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$887
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,071
per month
The overall cost of living index in Roswell is 82.5, which is 17.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 80.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,306 per year to cover basic expenses.