Katy, Texas vs. Homewood, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Homewood, Illinois is 9.1% cheaper than Katy, Texas.

You would need a salary of $45,467 in Homewood, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Katy, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Homewood, Illinois is cheaper than Katy, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
48% cheaper in Homewood
than in Katy, Texas
Katy, TX vs. Homewood, IL
Compared to Katy, Homewood is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.1% 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
  4.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  35.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% higher
  Commute
  7.0% higher
  Health
  7.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% higher