Sonora, California vs. Taos, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Taos, New Mexico is 11.8% cheaper than Sonora, California.

You would need a salary of $44,110 in Taos, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Sonora, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Taos, New Mexico is cheaper than Sonora, California
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
29% cheaper in Taos
than in Sonora, California
Sonora, CA vs. Taos, NM
Compared to Sonora, Taos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.8% 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
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.4% lower
  Commute
  15.4% lower
  Health
  29.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.7% lower

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