Tacoma, Washington vs. Artesia, New Mexico

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Artesia, New Mexico is 36.7% cheaper than Tacoma, Washington.

You would need a salary of $31,653 in Artesia, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Tacoma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Artesia, New Mexico is cheaper than Tacoma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Artesia
than in Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma, WA vs. Artesia, NM
Compared to Tacoma, Artesia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.7% 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
  7.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.6% higher
  Commute
  42.7% lower
  Health
  2.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.4% lower