| | Rio Rancho, NM | Manitou Springs, CO | United States |
| Overall | 94.9 | 110.3 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 95.4 | 100.7 | 100 |
| Health | 80.1 | 82.6 | 100 |
| Housing | 87.1 | 170.1 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $310,800 | $524,200 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 9,960.0% | 8,800.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 99.7 | 96.8 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 106.3 | 132.4 | 100 |
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Rio Rancho 
21 Reviews
I have lived in the area for the past three years with my husband. Although vastly better than Albuquerque, this is not a safe area. We have had overt and petty crime on More
The pros:
-Fairly good year-round weather. Sunny days outnumber cloudy days, there are days when the temps fall below freezing and the sun will still be shining. It's More
Affordable housing, low crime (compared to Albuquerque), awesome weather with all 4 seasons, beautiful environment and some pretty awesome people. I love Rio Rancho, More
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Reviews for Manitou Springs 
4 Reviews
Cool mountain climate most of year. Summers are hot (95 degrees) and very dry. Winters are mostly dry and cool to cold (30 degrees). Snows about four times per year More
Wow! Have been here a month, came here from Texas and can not believe how friendly the people are. It is breathtakingly beautiful here! So much to do and see. More
I lived in Manitou Springs area for 5 years and after relocating for work (lay off), I still miss living there. The entire little town can feel a bit touristy in the More
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