Allen, Texas vs. Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 13.1% cheaper than Allen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $86,876 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Allen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is cheaper than Allen, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in Rio Rancho
than in Allen, Texas
Allen, TX vs. Rio Rancho, NM
Compared to Allen, Rio Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.1% 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
  7.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  41.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% lower
  Commute
  11.0% higher
  Health
  20.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.2% higher