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KATY vs. CHICAGO
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Katy, Texas vs. Chicago, Illinois
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is
1.4%
more expensive
than Katy, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$50,708
in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Katy, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is
more expensive
than Katy, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
47% more expensive in Chicago
than in Katy, Texas
Katy, TX vs. Chicago, IL
Compared to Katy, Chicago is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
1.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care, Taxes Considered
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No Child Care,
Taxes Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Child Care
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Taxes Considered
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Food
1.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
5.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
0.1% lower
Commute
13.4% higher
Health
7.5% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
8.1% higher
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