Cost of Living in Rio Rancho Estates, NM
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
107.0
100 = national avg
+7.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,094
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$111,312
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing73.5
Food118.9
Transportation137.8
Healthcare115.1
Utilities106.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,185
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,464
per month
The overall cost of living index in Rio Rancho Estates is 107.0, which is 7.0% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 73.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,094 per year to cover basic expenses.