Lakewood, California vs. Katy, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Katy, Texas is 32.3% cheaper than Lakewood, California.

You would need a salary of $115,035 in Katy, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Lakewood, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Katy, Texas is cheaper than Lakewood, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
40% cheaper in Katy
than in Lakewood, California
Lakewood, CA vs. Katy, TX
Compared to Lakewood, Katy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.3% lower
      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
  3.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.8% lower
  Commute
  21.5% lower
  Health
  9.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% lower

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