Visalia, California vs. Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 8.1% cheaper than Visalia, California.

You would need a salary of $100,156 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Visalia, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is cheaper than Visalia, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
11% cheaper in Rio Rancho
than in Visalia, California
Visalia, CA vs. Rio Rancho, NM
Compared to Visalia, Rio Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.1% 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
  4.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.3% lower
  Commute
  5.7% higher
  Health
  30.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% higher