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KATY vs. MERCED
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Katy, Texas vs. Merced, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Merced, California is
essentially the same
as Katy, Texas.
The cost of living in Merced, California is
essentially the same
as Katy, Texas.
Katy, TX vs. Merced, CA
Compared to Katy, Merced is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
0.1% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Taxes Considered
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Food
0.4% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
6.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
18.7% higher
Commute
17.2% lower
Health
27.5% higher
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
2.7% lower
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