The Woodlands, Texas vs. Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 16.0% cheaper than The Woodlands, Texas.

You would need a salary of $42,002 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in The Woodlands, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is cheaper than The Woodlands, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Rio Rancho
than in The Woodlands, Texas
The Woodlands, TX vs. Rio Rancho, NM
Compared to The Woodlands, Rio Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.0% 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
  6.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  44.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.2% higher
  Commute
  3.4% higher
  Health
  19.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% higher