Taos, New Mexico vs. Arcata, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Arcata, California is 12.0% more expensive than Taos, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $78,406 in Arcata, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Taos, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Arcata, California is more expensive than Taos, New Mexico
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in Arcata
than in Taos, New Mexico
Taos, NM vs. Arcata, CA
Compared to Taos, Arcata is:
  Homeowner
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  12.0% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  16.4% lower
  Commute
  10.0% higher
  Health
  39.3% higher
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  Personal
  6.4% higher
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