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


The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 18.2% cheaper than Modesto, California.

You would need a salary of $61,370 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Modesto, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is cheaper than Modesto, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
20% cheaper in Rio Rancho
than in Modesto, California
Modesto, CA vs Rio_Rancho, NM
Compared to Modesto, Rio_Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.2% 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
  8.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.1% lower
  Commute
  12.5% lower
  Health
  20.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.0% higher

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