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Katy, Texas vs. Cary, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Cary, North Carolina is
7.6%
more expensive
than Katy, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$32,295
in Cary, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Katy, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Cary, North Carolina is
more expensive
than Katy, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% more expensive in Cary
than in Katy, Texas
Katy, TX vs. Cary, NC
Compared to Katy, Cary is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
7.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
53.0% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.0% higher
Commute
29.2% lower
Health
0.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
0.6% lower
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