Irvine, California vs. Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 48.1% cheaper than Irvine, California.

You would need a salary of $51,905 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Irvine, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is cheaper than Irvine, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Rio Rancho
than in Irvine, California
Irvine, CA vs. Rio Rancho, NM
Compared to Irvine, Rio Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.1% 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
  9.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  78.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% higher
  Commute
  10.2% lower
  Health
  14.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower