Rio Rancho, New Mexico vs. Gulf Shores, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Gulf Shores, Alabama is 7.8% more expensive than Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $53,883 in Gulf Shores, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Gulf Shores, Alabama is more expensive than Rio Rancho, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Gulf Shores
than in Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Rio Rancho, NM vs. Gulf Shores, AL
Compared to Rio Rancho, Gulf Shores is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.8% higher
      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
  4.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% lower
  Commute
  22.9% lower
  Health
  44.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower