Katy, Texas vs. Austin, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Texas is 22.2% more expensive than Katy, Texas.

You would need a salary of $158,848 in Austin, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Katy, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Texas is more expensive than Katy, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
32% more expensive in Austin
than in Katy, Texas
Katy, TX vs. Austin, TX
Compared to Katy, Austin is:
  Homeowner
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  22.2% higher
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.7% higher
  Commute
  10.0% lower
  Health
  6.8% higher
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  Personal
  1.1% higher
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