Meridian, Mississippi vs. Taos, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Taos, New Mexico is 34.7% more expensive than Meridian, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $67,364 in Taos, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Taos, New Mexico is more expensive than Meridian, Mississippi
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
259% more expensive in Taos
than in Meridian, Mississippi
Meridian, MS vs. Taos, NM
Compared to Meridian, Taos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.7% 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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  241.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% higher
  Commute
  10.6% higher
  Health
  20.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower