Arlington Heights, Illinois vs. Katy, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Katy, Texas is 8.4% cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $45,804 in Katy, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Arlington Heights, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Katy, Texas is cheaper than Arlington Heights, Illinois
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
32% cheaper in Katy
than in Arlington Heights, Illinois
Arlington_Heights, IL vs. Katy, TX
Compared to Arlington_Heights, Katy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.4% 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
  0.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  25.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.8% lower
  Commute
  3.0% lower
  Health
  8.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.3% lower