Retirees Enjoy San Juan County’s Low Cost of Living
12 Aug 2025
News, Retirees, San Juan County
San Juan County’s low cost of living, 15% lower than the U.S. average, allows for confidence in retirement. Cost of living approaches 30% less than comparable Four Corners cities, such as Durango, CO, and Flagstaff, AZ. Median house prices in San Juan County are significantly lower than the national average.
Cost of Living Favorability Protects Retirees’ Finances
Retired residents in San Juan County stretch their finances due to New Mexico’s favorable cost of living. The state boasts the fifth-lowest state and local individual income tax collection per capita, while the highest personal income tax bracket sits at just 4.9%.
Contact Four Corners Economic Development for additional information on San Juan County’s favorable cost of living.
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