Brookings, South Dakota vs. Manhattan, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, Kansas is 1.5% more expensive than Brookings, South Dakota.

You would need a salary of $76,161 in Manhattan, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Brookings, South Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, Kansas is more expensive than Brookings, South Dakota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
48% more expensive in Manhattan
than in Brookings, South Dakota
Brookings, SD vs. Manhattan, KS
Compared to Brookings, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% 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
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  27.0% higher
  Commute
  11.7% higher
  Health
  10.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% lower