Allentown, New Jersey vs. Katy, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Katy, Texas is 14.5% cheaper than Allentown, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $68,378 in Katy, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Allentown, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Katy, Texas is cheaper than Allentown, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% cheaper in Katy
than in Allentown, New Jersey
Allentown, NJ vs. Katy, TX
Compared to Allentown, Katy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.5% 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
  6.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  26.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.5% lower
  Commute
  30.6% higher
  Health
  3.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.4% lower