Cost of Living Calculator - Katy, Texas vs Forest Lake, Minnesota


The cost of living in Forest Lake, Minnesota is 2.7% more expensive than Katy, Texas.

You would need a salary of $51,369 in Forest Lake, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Katy, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Forest Lake, Minnesota is more expensive than Katy, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
45% more expensive in Forest Lake
than in Katy, Texas
Katy, TX vs Forest Lake, MN
Compared to Katy, Forest Lake is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.7% 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
  3.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  14.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.5% higher
  Commute
  7.6% lower
  Health
  22.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.8% higher

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