Rio Rancho, New Mexico vs. Lake San Marcos, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake San Marcos, California is 79.0% more expensive than Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $179,043 in Lake San Marcos, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake San Marcos, California is more expensive than Rio Rancho, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
125% more expensive in Lake San Marcos
than in Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Rio Rancho, NM vs. Lake San Marcos, CA
Compared to Rio Rancho, Lake San Marcos is:
  Homeowner
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  79.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  15.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  268.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  5.4% higher
  Commute
  23.4% higher
  Health
  11.1% higher
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  Personal
  1.9% higher
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