Katy, Texas vs. Albemarle, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albemarle, North Carolina is 27.3% cheaper than Katy, Texas.

You would need a salary of $36,355 in Albemarle, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Katy, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albemarle, North Carolina is cheaper than Katy, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Albemarle
than in Katy, Texas
Katy, TX vs. Albemarle, NC
Compared to Katy, Albemarle is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  27.3% 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
  5.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  55.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.3% higher
  Commute
  44.8% lower
  Health
  16.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% lower