Rio Rancho, New Mexico vs. Santa Barbara, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Barbara, California is 131.8% more expensive than Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $528,523 in Santa Barbara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Barbara, 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
390% more expensive in Santa Barbara
than in Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Rio Rancho, NM vs. Santa Barbara, CA
Compared to Rio Rancho, Santa Barbara is:
  Homeowner
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  131.8% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  19.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  516.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  9.4% lower
  Commute
  2.7% lower
  Health
  41.3% higher
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  Personal
  0.7% lower
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