Los Angeles, California vs. Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 46.7% cheaper than Los Angeles, California.

You would need a salary of $54,949 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Angeles, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is cheaper than Los Angeles, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Rio Rancho
than in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, CA vs. Rio Rancho, NM
Compared to Los Angeles, Rio Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.7% 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
  8.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.3% higher
  Commute
  39.7% lower
  Health
  11.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% lower