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


The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 2.2% cheaper than Ridgecrest, California.

You would need a salary of $97,815 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Ridgecrest, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is cheaper than Ridgecrest, California
• Utilities are the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
16% cheaper in Rio Rancho
than in Ridgecrest, California
Ridgecrest, CA vs Rio Rancho, NM
Compared to Ridgecrest, Rio Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.2% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.7% lower
  Commute
  1.9% lower
  Health
  13.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% higher

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