Jackson, Mississippi vs. Katy, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Katy, Texas is 29.5% more expensive than Jackson, Mississippi.

You would need a salary of $58,258 in Katy, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Jackson, Mississippi.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Katy, Texas is more expensive than Jackson, Mississippi
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
371% more expensive in Katy
than in Jackson, Mississippi
Jackson, MS vs. Katy, TX
Compared to Jackson, Katy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  29.5% 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
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  80.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.5% higher
  Commute
  46.1% higher
  Health
  6.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% higher