Harlingen, Texas vs. Taos, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Taos, New Mexico is 36.6% more expensive than Harlingen, Texas.

You would need a salary of $54,653 in Taos, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Harlingen, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Taos, New Mexico is more expensive than Harlingen, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
135% more expensive in Taos
than in Harlingen, Texas
Harlingen, TX vs. Taos, NM
Compared to Harlingen, Taos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.6% 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
  10.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  267.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.6% higher
  Commute
  1.2% higher
  Health
  15.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.7% higher

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