College Station, Texas vs. Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 6.2% more expensive than College Station, Texas.

You would need a salary of $79,661 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in College Station, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is more expensive than College Station, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
42% more expensive in Rio Rancho
than in College Station, Texas
College Station, TX vs. Rio Rancho, NM
Compared to College Station, Rio Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.2% higher
      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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% higher
  Commute
  42.2% higher
  Health
  20.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  16.3% higher