Topeka, Kansas vs. Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 19.3% more expensive than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $89,467 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is more expensive than Topeka, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
83% more expensive in Rio Rancho
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs. Rio Rancho, NM
Compared to Topeka, Rio Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.3% 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
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% lower
  Commute
  34.9% higher
  Health
  25.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.9% higher