Cost of Living Calculator - Johnston, Iowa vs Rio Rancho, New Mexico


The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 2.4% cheaper than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $73,209 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is cheaper than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
10% cheaper in Rio Rancho
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs Rio Rancho, NM
Compared to Johnston, Rio Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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)
  31.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.4% higher
  Commute
  31.7% higher
  Health
  21.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.3% higher

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