Surprise, Arizona vs. Katy, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Katy, Texas is 1.6% cheaper than Surprise, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $49,210 in Katy, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Surprise, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Katy, Texas is cheaper than Surprise, Arizona
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
12% cheaper in Katy
than in Surprise, Arizona
Surprise, AZ vs. Katy, TX
Compared to Surprise, Katy is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.6% 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
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.0% lower
  Commute
  16.8% higher
  Health
  2.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.7% lower

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