Olathe, Kansas vs. Katy, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Katy, Texas is 2.7% more expensive than Olathe, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $102,716 in Katy, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Olathe, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Katy, Texas is more expensive than Olathe, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% more expensive in Katy
than in Olathe, Kansas
Olathe, KS vs. Katy, TX
Compared to Olathe, Katy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.7% 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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.3% lower
  Commute
  41.3% higher
  Health
  6.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.5% lower