Flagstaff, Arizona vs. Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 20.8% cheaper than Flagstaff, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $39,596 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Flagstaff, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is cheaper than Flagstaff, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Rio Rancho
than in Flagstaff, Arizona
Flagstaff, AZ vs. Rio Rancho, NM
Compared to Flagstaff, Rio Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.8% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% higher
  Commute
  27.2% higher
  Health
  30.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% higher