Laramie, Wyoming vs. Taos, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Taos, New Mexico is 4.1% more expensive than Laramie, Wyoming.

You would need a salary of $74,428 in Taos, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Laramie, Wyoming.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Taos, New Mexico is more expensive than Laramie, Wyoming
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Taos
than in Laramie, Wyoming
Laramie, WY vs. Taos, NM
Compared to Laramie, Taos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.1% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% higher
  Commute
  13.5% higher
  Health
  41.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% higher