Austin, Texas vs. Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 27.4% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $36,321 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
46% cheaper in Rio Rancho
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Rio Rancho, NM
Compared to Austin, Rio Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.5% higher
  Commute
  9.3% lower
  Health
  21.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% higher