East Lansing, Michigan vs. Katy, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Katy, Texas is 17.4% more expensive than East Lansing, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $70,443 in Katy, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in East Lansing, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Katy, Texas is more expensive than East Lansing, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% more expensive in Katy
than in East Lansing, Michigan
East Lansing, MI vs. Katy, TX
Compared to East Lansing, Katy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.4% 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
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.4% lower
  Commute
  39.7% higher
  Health
  8.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% higher