Cost of Living Calculator - Arcata, California vs Rio Rancho, New Mexico


The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 13.1% cheaper than Arcata, California.

You would need a salary of $43,438 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Arcata, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is cheaper than Arcata, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
30% cheaper in Rio Rancho
than in Arcata, California
Arcata, CA vs Rio Rancho, NM
Compared to Arcata, Rio Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.1% 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
  6.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.7% higher
  Commute
  22.8% higher
  Health
  31.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% higher

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