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Lawrence, KS vs Taos, NM

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Highlights
- Job Growth in Taos has been positive.
- Taos has 6.8% less unemployment than Lawrence.
- Taos job growth has increased by 3.4% in the past 10 years.
 Lawrence, KSTaos, NMUnited States
 Current Unemployment3.7%10.5%6.0%
 Future Job Growth29.5%30.2%33.5%
 Recent Job Growth-5.3%-7.8%-6.2%
 3 Yr. Job Growth-4.6%-5.6%-3.6%
 5 Yr. Job Growth-2.6%-2.9%-0.7%
 10 Yr. Job Growth1.1%-3.4%6.3%
Reviews for Lawrence    19 Reviews

Over 9 years ago

I don't know why people have written negative reviews about Lawrence, but I have lived here for two years and love it. The quality of life is great - it is a college  More

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Over 11 years ago

Great college town, wonderful people and community. Fun  More

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Over 12 years ago

While I was a grad student at KU I lived in Lawrence, KS. I was unimpressed by the town and even less impressed by the over-inflated ego of its inhabitants. Let's be  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 15 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 15 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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