Katy, Texas vs. Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California is 161.0% more expensive than Katy, Texas.

You would need a salary of $152,498 in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Katy, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Carmel-by-the-Sea, California is more expensive than Katy, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
340% more expensive in Carmel-by-the-Sea
than in Katy, Texas
Katy, TX vs. Carmel By The Sea, CA
Compared to Katy, Carmel By The Sea is:
  Homeowner
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  161.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  19.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  493.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  6.6% lower
  Commute
  15.1% lower
  Health
  51.1% higher
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  Personal
  1.9% higher
Cost of Food
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