Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
28% cheaper
El Paso is 28% more affordable than Burlington. A $75,000 salary in Burlington is equivalent to $54,025 in El Paso.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Burlington has a housing index of 139 while El Paso sits at 69 (national average = 100). The median home in Burlington costs $380,000 compared to $185,000 in El Paso, a difference of $195,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,800 in Burlington versus $1,000 in El Paso.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Burlington scores 108 while El Paso scores 95.
Healthcare costs in Burlington (116) are higher than El Paso (89).
Median household income in Burlington is $51,098 compared to $47,568 in El Paso. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in El Paso.
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