Cost of Living in Katy, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
161.5
100 = national avg
+61.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$71,066
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$167,974
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing200.7
Food132.0
Transportation135.6
Healthcare125.6
Utilities139.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,323
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,573
per month
The overall cost of living index in Katy is 161.5, which is 61.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 200.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $71,066 per year to cover basic expenses.