Hailey, Idaho vs. Taos, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Taos, New Mexico is 23.0% cheaper than Hailey, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $57,729 in Taos, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Hailey, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Taos, New Mexico is cheaper than Hailey, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Taos
than in Hailey, Idaho
Hailey, ID vs. Taos, NM
Compared to Hailey, Taos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.0% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.8% higher
  Commute
  1.0% higher
  Health
  22.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.4% lower