Taos, New Mexico vs. Homer, Alaska

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Homer, Alaska is 9.0% more expensive than Taos, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $81,755 in Homer, Alaska to maintain the standard of living you have in Taos, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Homer, Alaska is more expensive than Taos, New Mexico
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
53% more expensive in Homer
than in Taos, New Mexico
Taos, NM vs. Homer, AK
Compared to Taos, Homer is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.0% 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
  24.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  20.1% higher
  Commute
  9.1% lower
  Health
  53.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  25.7% higher