Elmira, New York vs. Katy, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Katy, Texas is 32.5% more expensive than Elmira, New York.

You would need a salary of $66,270 in Katy, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Elmira, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Katy, Texas is more expensive than Elmira, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
355% more expensive in Katy
than in Elmira, New York
Elmira, NY vs. Katy, TX
Compared to Elmira, Katy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.5% 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
  4.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  226.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.2% lower
  Commute
  57.1% higher
  Health
  18.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.0% higher