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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ South Valley CDP, NM โ€” COL adjusted from Albuquerque, NM area + state data

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You'd spend $968/month more in Dallas, TX

$150.0K in your current city equals $161.6K in Dallas, TX

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 12.9%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$968
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$11.6K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

South Valley CDP, NM

Population:38K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$337K

Dallas, TX

Population:1304K
Cost Index:113
Median Home:$292K

South Valley CDP, NM

The Land of Enchantment

38K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in New Mexico, this city has a population of 38K residents.

Dallas, TX

The Lone Star State

1.3M
Population
State Tax
No Income Tax
Climate
Humid subtropical

Notable Facts

  • โ€ขMajor business center
  • โ€ขNo state income tax
  • โ€ขBig Tex home

Major Industries

TechnologyFinanceEnergyTransportation

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: South Valley CDP, NM vs Dallas, TX

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 23.4%
South Valley CDP, NM
$1,938
Dallas, TX
$2,391
Difference
$453
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 9.3%
South Valley CDP, NM
$1,624
Dallas, TX
$1,774
Difference
$151
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 19.4%
South Valley CDP, NM
$529
Dallas, TX
$632
Difference
$103
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 15.4%
South Valley CDP, NM
$488
Dallas, TX
$563
Difference
$75.01
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 5.2%
South Valley CDP, NM
$931
Dallas, TX
$979
Difference
$48.42
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๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 3.0%
South Valley CDP, NM
$1,260
Dallas, TX
$1,298
Difference
$37.20
more

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$600
To$1,450
โ†‘ $850
1 Bed
From$680
To$1,505
โ†‘ $825
2 Bed
From$840
To$1,765
โ†‘ $925
3 Bed
From$1,120
To$2,220
โ†‘ $1,100
Dallas, TXZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,040โ€“$2,470/mo

๐Ÿ’ก Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$6,770
Monthly in South Valley CDP, NM
$7,637
Monthly in Dallas, TX
$867
Difference

Home Values

South Valley CDP
Dallas
-
Median Value
$292K
-
YoY Change
โ†“ -3.1%
-
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +27.1%
-
Price Range
$138K - $2.01M

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†‘ $7.1K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$589
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
4.7%
Rate difference

South Valley CDP, NM

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
New Mexico State Tax
Effective: 4.7%
$7.1K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.4%
$44.1K
Take-Home Pay
$8,826/month
$105.9K

Dallas, TX

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Texas State Tax
No state income tax
$0
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 24.7%
$37.0K
Take-Home Pay
$9,416/month
$113.0K

Additional Tax Information

South Valley CDP, NM Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.6%
Property Tax:0.8%

Dallas, TX Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.2%
Property Tax:1.8%

๐Ÿ’ก Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

South Valley CDP
Dallas
61 Moderate
Air Quality
55 Moderate
27.3%
Good Air Days
35.2%
94 High
Climate Risk
100 Very High
๐ŸŒŠ
Top Hazards
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก๐ŸŒช
โ–ฒ+3.0ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.7ยฐF
63 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
90 days
โ–ฒ+3.0ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.7ยฐF
63 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
90 days

๐Ÿ’ฐ See how taxes change too โ€” compare take-home pay between New Mexico and Texas on TaxTakeHome.com

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