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Taos, NM vs Compton, CA

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- Compton has 5.3% more rainy days than Taos.
- Compton has 1.1% more Sunny Days than Taos.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Compton scores 28.8% better than Taos
 Taos, NMCompton, CAUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock1438
 Snowfall37  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock32106
 Sunny283  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock7786
 Avg. Jan. Low12  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock9.47
 UV Index5.9  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock692443
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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Reviews for Compton    6 Reviews

I visit Compton each Summer. This is one of the most welcoming and spectacular cities to work. live and raise a family in. The educational system is superior to most,  More

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Over 10 years ago

looking for a good neighborhood to live in  More

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What was the last writer thinking! Must have been locked up too long, or hasn't been around much. Probably lived in Compton or LA County his whole life. Compton is  More

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