Cost of Living Calculator - Athens, Alabama vs Taos, New Mexico


The cost of living in Taos, New Mexico is 12.1% more expensive than Athens, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $56,032 in Taos, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Athens, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Taos, New Mexico is more expensive than Athens, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
54% more expensive in Taos
than in Athens, Alabama
Athens, AL vs Taos, NM
Compared to Athens, Taos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% 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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  113.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.6% higher
  Commute
  2.1% lower
  Health
  31.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% lower

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