West Lafayette, Indiana vs. Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rio Rancho, New Mexico is 4.0% more expensive than West Lafayette, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $35,354 in Rio Rancho, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in West Lafayette, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rio Rancho, New Mexico is more expensive than West Lafayette, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% more expensive in Rio Rancho
than in West Lafayette, Indiana
West Lafayette, IN vs. Rio Rancho, NM
Compared to West Lafayette, Rio Rancho is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.0% 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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% lower
  Commute
  41.4% higher
  Health
  12.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.5% higher

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