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Taos, NM vs Las Cruces, NM

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- Las Cruces has 23.7% less rainy days than Taos.
- Las Cruces has 3.9% more Sunny Days than Taos.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Las Cruces scores 9.6% better than Taos
 Taos, NMLas Cruces, NMUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock1038
 Snowfall37  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock43106
 Sunny283  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock9586
 Avg. Jan. Low12  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock87
 UV Index5.9  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock39072443
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 Las Cruces    50 Reviews

I've lived in Las Cruces for six months now. Before moving here I was in Albuquerque (3 hrs north) for four years and before that I lived in Northern Utah most of my  More

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Over 2 years ago

Las Cruces is a hidden gem! Homes are still affordable, you're not far from bigger city entertainment/transportation, and the scenery in beautiful. It's not all dry  More

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Over 4 years ago

It depends on what you are looking for; for me Las Cruces is and ideal place. I am retired and the kind of places I seek to live in have changed over the years. I have  More

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