Troy, Michigan vs. Katy, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Katy, Texas is 4.9% cheaper than Troy, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $142,722 in Katy, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Troy, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Katy, Texas is cheaper than Troy, Michigan
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
22% cheaper in Katy
than in Troy, Michigan
Troy, MI vs. Katy, TX
Compared to Troy, Katy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.9% 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
  1.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.2% lower
  Commute
  3.3% higher
  Health
  19.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.6% lower