| | Modesto, CA | Katy, TX | United States |
| Overall | 116.3 | 96.9 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 103.9 | 99.1 | 100 |
| Health | 100.2 | 95.1 | 100 |
| Housing | 133.3 | 108.2 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $390,300 | $435,500 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 11,200.0% | 9,290.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 113.9 | 122.1 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 110.6 | 105.4 | 100 |
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I was born and raised here (still currently live here) and there are some nice areas and not so nice areas. I really think we need to improve our community and create More
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Summer weather: More
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Katy is so nice. It is spread out in the typical Houston way, but I really enjoyed all of the Asian restaurants, shopping, and churches. Great place to raise a family. More
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