Benicia, California vs. Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 40.6% cheaper than Benicia, California.

You would need a salary of $59,975 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Benicia, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is cheaper than Benicia, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Rio Rancho
than in Benicia, California
Benicia, CA vs. Rio Rancho, NM
Compared to Benicia, Rio Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  40.6% 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
  13.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.0% lower
  Commute
  17.4% lower
  Health
  28.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% lower