Bedford, Massachusetts vs. Katy, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Katy, Texas is 34.3% cheaper than Bedford, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $164,135 in Katy, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Bedford, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Katy, Texas is cheaper than Bedford, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Katy
than in Bedford, Massachusetts
Bedford, MA vs. Katy, TX
Compared to Bedford, Katy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.3% 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
  13.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  65.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.4% lower
  Commute
  28.1% higher
  Health
  6.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.2% lower