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Moving from Washington to New Mexico
A side-by-side comparison drawn from BLS, BEA, Census, FBI, and NOAA. Tech (Amazon, MS), no income tax, rainy West side. vs. Land of Enchantment, art scene, but high crime in metros.
Washington
Capital: Olympia
Median household income $90,325 · winter low 35°F · 152 sunny days
Tech (Amazon, MS), no income tax, rainy West side.
New Mexico
Capital: Santa Fe
Median household income $58,722 · winter low 22°F · 278 sunny days
Land of Enchantment, art scene, but high crime in metros.
New Mexico has an overall price level 92.2 (US avg = 100). Housing dominates the difference.
Summer high 89°F · Winter low 22°F · 278 sunny days/yr.
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See the full comparisonFrequently asked
Is it cheaper to live in New Mexico than Washington?
New Mexico's overall price level is roughly 92.8 (US avg = 100), vs about 105.8 for Washington — based on BEA Regional Price Parities. Housing is the dominant driver of the difference. Run a comparison for the full, current breakdown.
What's the income tax difference?
Washington tops out at 0% income tax. New Mexico tops out at 5.9%.
How long do I have to register my vehicle in New Mexico?
Most New Mexico residents must register a vehicle within 30-60 days of moving. Check the piomover report for state-specific deadlines.