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GALVESTON vs. KATY
Cost of Living Comparison
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Galveston, Texas vs. Katy, Texas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Katy, Texas is
13.0%
more expensive
than Galveston, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$56,510
in Katy, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Galveston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Katy, Texas is
more expensive
than Galveston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% more expensive in Katy
than in Galveston, Texas
Galveston, TX vs. Katy, TX
Compared to Galveston, Katy is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.0% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
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Food
1.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
20.2% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
2.1% higher
Commute
56.9% higher
Health
2.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
4.9% lower
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