Chicago, Illinois vs. Taos, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Taos, New Mexico is 10.1% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $0 in Taos, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Taos, New Mexico is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
46% cheaper in Taos
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Taos, NM
Compared to Chicago, Taos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  40.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Median Home Cost
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  Utilities
  13.9% higher
  Commute
  46.7% lower
  Health
  4.0% lower
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  Personal
  12.0% lower
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