Rio Rancho, New Mexico vs. Bakersfield, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Bakersfield, California is 10.0% more expensive than Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $82,500 in Bakersfield, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Bakersfield, California is more expensive than Rio Rancho, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% more expensive in Bakersfield
than in Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Rio Rancho, NM vs. Bakersfield, CA
Compared to Rio Rancho, Bakersfield is:
  Homeowner
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  10.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  12.1% higher
  Commute
  3.9% higher
  Health
  14.4% higher
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  Personal
  0.3% lower
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