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Flagstaff, AZ vs Taos, NM

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Highlights
- Taos spends 25.0% more per student than Flagstaff.
- The Student Teacher Ratio is 26.0% lower in Taos than in Flagstaff. (lower means fewer students in each classroom).
- Taos had 9.9% fewer residents who had graduated High School compared to Flagstaff
 Flagstaff, AZTaos, NMUnited States
 Expend. per Student  Unlock$15,149$15,905
 Educ. Expend. per Student$10,438  Unlock$13,142
 Instr. Expend. per Student  Unlock$7,370$7,999
 Pupil/Teacher Ratio16.33  Unlock16.23
 Students per Librarian  Unlock19014573
 Students per Counselor357  Unlock530
 Grade School Educ.  Unlock6.5%4.8%
 Some High School Educ.2.5%  Unlock6.3%
 High School Educ.  Unlock86.5%88.9%
 Some College Educ.21.6%  Unlock20.0%
 2 yr College Grad.  Unlock9.4%8.7%
 4 yr College Grad.51.4%  Unlock33.7%
 Masters Grad.  Unlock10.1%9.3%
 Professional Degree3.0%  Unlock2.2%
 Doctorate Degree  Unlock2.4%1.5%
Reviews for Flagstaff    50 Reviews

Amber · 

Flagstaff is absolutely the perfect place to call home. Especially for families. 4 perfectly balanced seasons. None too extreme and all beautiful. Ridiculously safe!  More

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Leah · 

I've lived here for one year and have to move because the cost to rent here is astronomical. I've been paying $2550/month and now for a comparable home it is $2900 and  More

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Reviews for Taos    6 Reviews

I’ve traveled to many places in my lifetime. New Mexico is a favorite. Typically we stay in The Inn of The Governor’s in Santa Fe. (It’s an awesome place.) This  More

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Over 16 years ago

Taos is beautiful with much to offer. However, housing is very expensive. Because much of the town's economy focuses on tourism, there are few jobs available in other  More

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Over 16 years ago

Taos has a diverse culture which has helped create a diverse art market with over 100 galleries and studios. From traditional native arts to contemporary, Taos has it  More

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