Cost of Living in Santa Cruz, NM
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
69.6
100 = national avg
-30.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,606
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$72,342
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing74.1
Food76.6
Transportation53.1
Healthcare81.2
Utilities80.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,390
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,685
per month
The overall cost of living index in Santa Cruz is 69.6, which is 30.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 74.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,606 per year to cover basic expenses.