Alexandria, Virginia vs. Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 33.0% cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $96,479 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Alexandria, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is cheaper than Alexandria, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% cheaper in Rio Rancho
than in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA vs. Rio Rancho, NM
Compared to Alexandria, Rio Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.0% 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
  15.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.4% higher
  Commute
  22.6% lower
  Health
  21.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% lower

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