New Paltz, New York vs. Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 2.1% cheaper than New Paltz, New York.

You would need a salary of $73,438 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in New Paltz, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is cheaper than New Paltz, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Rio Rancho
than in New Paltz, New York
New Paltz, NY vs. Rio Rancho, NM
Compared to New Paltz, Rio Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.1% 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
  10.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.7% lower
  Commute
  9.9% lower
  Health
  36.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.2% higher