Amarillo, Texas vs. Taos, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Taos, New Mexico is 24.2% more expensive than Amarillo, Texas.

You would need a salary of $110,506 in Taos, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Amarillo, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Taos, New Mexico is more expensive than Amarillo, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
105% more expensive in Taos
than in Amarillo, Texas
Amarillo, TX vs. Taos, NM
Compared to Amarillo, Taos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.2% 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
  8.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  135.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.8% higher
  Commute
  1.5% lower
  Health
  16.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher