Taos, New Mexico vs. Rathdrum, Idaho

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Rathdrum, Idaho is 19.8% more expensive than Taos, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $59,886 in Rathdrum, Idaho to maintain the standard of living you have in Taos, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Rathdrum, Idaho is more expensive than Taos, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Rathdrum
than in Taos, New Mexico
Taos, NM vs. Rathdrum, ID
Compared to Taos, Rathdrum is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  19.8% 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
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  24.2% lower
  Commute
  20.7% higher
  Health
  24.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher

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