Richmond, Virginia vs. Taos, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Taos, New Mexico is 0.5% more expensive than Richmond, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $30,156 in Taos, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Richmond, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Taos, New Mexico is more expensive than Richmond, Virginia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% more expensive in Taos
than in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, VA vs. Taos, NM
Compared to Richmond, Taos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  0.5% 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
  1.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.9% higher
  Commute
  11.6% lower
  Health
  14.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.4% lower