Palmdale, California vs. Taos, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Taos, New Mexico is 26.5% cheaper than Palmdale, California.

You would need a salary of $55,095 in Taos, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Palmdale, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Taos, New Mexico is cheaper than Palmdale, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
13% cheaper in Taos
than in Palmdale, California
Palmdale, CA vs. Taos, NM
Compared to Palmdale, Taos is:
  Homeowner
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  26.5% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  7.0% lower
  Commute
  58.9% lower
  Health
  4.9% lower
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  Personal
  9.9% lower
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