Katy, Texas vs. Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 11.2% cheaper than Katy, Texas.

You would need a salary of $62,134 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Katy, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is cheaper than Katy, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% cheaper in Rio Rancho
than in Katy, Texas
Katy, TX vs. Rio Rancho, NM
Compared to Katy, Rio Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% 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
  3.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.2% higher
  Commute
  18.3% lower
  Health
  15.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher