Rio Rancho, New Mexico vs. El Paso, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in El Paso, Texas is 12.8% cheaper than Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $131 in El Paso, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, El Paso, Texas is cheaper than Rio Rancho, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% cheaper in El Paso
than in Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Rio Rancho, NM vs. El Paso, TX
Compared to Rio Rancho, El Paso is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.8% 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
  3.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  30.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.5% lower
  Commute
  7.8% lower
  Health
  20.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.1% lower