Cedar Rapids, Iowa vs. Katy, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Katy, Texas is 33.7% more expensive than Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $66,856 in Katy, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Katy, Texas is more expensive than Cedar Rapids, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
135% more expensive in Katy
than in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Cedar Rapids, IA vs. Katy, TX
Compared to Cedar Rapids, Katy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  33.7% higher
      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
  4.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  83.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.4% lower
  Commute
  77.5% higher
  Health
  7.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% higher