Manhattan, New York vs. Katy, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Katy, Texas is 52.2% cheaper than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $23,916 in Katy, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Katy, Texas is cheaper than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Katy
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs. Katy, TX
Compared to Manhattan, Katy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  52.2% 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
  17.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  38.2% lower
  Commute
  24.2% lower
  Health
  24.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  33.5% lower