Cost of Living Calculator - West Chicago, Illinois vs Taos, New Mexico


The cost of living in Taos, New Mexico is 4.8% cheaper than West Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $71,379 in Taos, New Mexico to maintain the standard of living you have in West Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Taos, New Mexico is cheaper than West Chicago, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
38% cheaper in Taos
than in West Chicago, Illinois
West Chicago, IL vs Taos, NM
Compared to West Chicago, Taos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.8% 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
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  32.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.3% higher
  Commute
  34.0% lower
  Health
  10.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.9% lower

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