Preston, Idaho vs. Taos, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Taos, New Mexico is 2.5% more expensive than Preston, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $35,892 in Taos, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Preston, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Taos, New Mexico is more expensive than Preston, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
6% more expensive in Taos
than in Preston, Idaho
Preston, ID vs. Taos, NM
Compared to Preston, Taos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.5% 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
  7.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% higher
  Commute
  13.6% lower
  Health
  22.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% higher