Rio Rancho, New Mexico vs. Alpena, Michigan

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Alpena, Michigan is 24.1% cheaper than Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $28,823 in Alpena, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Alpena, Michigan is cheaper than Rio Rancho, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% cheaper in Alpena
than in Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Rio Rancho, NM vs. Alpena, MI
Compared to Rio Rancho, Alpena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.1% 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
  5.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  28.7% lower
  Health
  13.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% lower