Cost of Living Calculator - Wasilla, Alaska vs Taos, New Mexico


The cost of living in Taos, New Mexico is 14.1% cheaper than Wasilla, Alaska.

You would need a salary of $73,052 in Taos, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in Wasilla, Alaska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Taos, New Mexico is cheaper than Wasilla, Alaska
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
39% cheaper in Taos
than in Wasilla, Alaska
Wasilla, AK vs Taos, NM
Compared to Wasilla, Taos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.1% 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
  26.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.0% lower
  Commute
  39.2% lower
  Health
  33.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  19.3% lower

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