Idaho Falls, Idaho vs. Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 1.0% more expensive than Idaho Falls, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $75,726 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is more expensive than Idaho Falls, Idaho
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
34% more expensive in Rio Rancho
than in Idaho Falls, Idaho
Idaho_Falls, ID vs. Rio_Rancho, NM
Compared to Idaho_Falls, Rio_Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.0% higher
      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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.0% higher
  Commute
  34.0% higher
  Health
  26.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.1% higher