Arlington, Texas vs. Taos, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Taos, New Mexico is 4.2% cheaper than Arlington, Texas.

You would need a salary of $71,875 in Taos, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Taos, New Mexico is cheaper than Arlington, Texas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
35% cheaper in Taos
than in Arlington, Texas
Arlington, TX vs. Taos, NM
Compared to Arlington, Taos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.2% lower
      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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.7% higher
  Commute
  35.6% lower
  Health
  14.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.9% lower