Newark, New Jersey vs. Taos, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Taos, New Mexico is 21.3% cheaper than Newark, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $39,332 in Taos, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Newark, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Taos, New Mexico is cheaper than Newark, New Jersey
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
52% cheaper in Taos
than in Newark, New Jersey
Newark, NJ vs. Taos, NM
Compared to Newark, Taos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.3% 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
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% lower
  Commute
  52.7% lower
  Health
  14.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.4% lower

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