Rochester, Minnesota vs. Katy, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Katy, Texas is 14.5% more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $57,243 in Katy, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Rochester, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Katy, Texas is more expensive than Rochester, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Katy
than in Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester, MN vs. Katy, TX
Compared to Rochester, Katy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.5% 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
  0.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.8% lower
  Commute
  64.3% higher
  Health
  7.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.2% lower