Schenectady, New York vs. Katy, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Katy, Texas is 13.9% more expensive than Schenectady, New York.

You would need a salary of $56,935 in Katy, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Schenectady, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Katy, Texas is more expensive than Schenectady, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% more expensive in Katy
than in Schenectady, New York
Schenectady, NY vs. Katy, TX
Compared to Schenectady, Katy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.9% 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
  0.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  93.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.4% lower
  Commute
  45.5% higher
  Health
  17.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.2% lower