Escondido, California vs. Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 35.4% cheaper than Escondido, California.

You would need a salary of $32,280 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Escondido, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is cheaper than Escondido, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% cheaper in Rio Rancho
than in Escondido, California
Escondido, CA vs. Rio Rancho, NM
Compared to Escondido, Rio Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.4% 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
  11.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% lower
  Commute
  9.6% lower
  Health
  10.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.1% lower