Hidden Valley Lake, California vs. Katy, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Katy, Texas is 6.8% cheaper than Hidden Valley Lake, California.

You would need a salary of $69,916 in Katy, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Hidden Valley Lake, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Katy, Texas is cheaper than Hidden Valley Lake, California
• Housing is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Housing
22% cheaper in Katy
than in Hidden Valley Lake, California
Hidden Valley Lake, CA vs. Katy, TX
Compared to Hidden Valley Lake, Katy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.8% 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
  6.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.4% lower
  Commute
  2.0% higher
  Health
  22.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.2% higher