Los Alamos, New Mexico vs. Katy, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Katy, Texas is 10.4% more expensive than Los Alamos, New Mexico.

You would need a salary of $55,214 in Katy, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Alamos, New Mexico.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Katy, Texas is more expensive than Los Alamos, New Mexico
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
88% more expensive in Katy
than in Los Alamos, New Mexico
Los Alamos, NM vs. Katy, TX
Compared to Los Alamos, Katy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.4% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  23.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.0% higher
  Commute
  88.7% higher
  Health
  11.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% lower