Golden, Colorado vs. Taos, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Taos, New Mexico is 35.4% cheaper than Golden, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $54,923 in Taos, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Golden, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Taos, New Mexico is cheaper than Golden, Colorado
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Taos
than in Golden, Colorado
Golden, CO vs. Taos, NM
Compared to Golden, Taos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  35.4% 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
  5.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  21.8% higher
  Commute
  34.7% lower
  Health
  1.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.3% lower