Renton, Washington vs. Taos, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Taos, New Mexico is 33.2% cheaper than Renton, Washington.

You would need a salary of $33,402 in Taos, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Renton, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Taos, New Mexico is cheaper than Renton, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
42% cheaper in Taos
than in Renton, Washington
Renton, WA vs. Taos, NM
Compared to Renton, Taos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.2% 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
  4.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  46.8% higher
  Commute
  48.4% lower
  Health
  4.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.0% lower