North Chicago, Illinois vs. Katy, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Katy, Texas is 34.6% more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $100,923 in Katy, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in North Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Katy, Texas is more expensive than North Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
204% more expensive in Katy
than in North Chicago, Illinois
North Chicago, IL vs. Katy, TX
Compared to North Chicago, Katy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.6% 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
  5.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  148.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.2% lower
  Commute
  68.6% higher
  Health
  1.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.0% lower

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