Fargo, North Dakota vs. Manhattan, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, Kansas is 4.7% cheaper than Fargo, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $142,961 in Manhattan, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Fargo, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, Kansas is cheaper than Fargo, North Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% cheaper in Manhattan
than in Fargo, North Dakota
Fargo, ND vs. Manhattan, KS
Compared to Fargo, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.7% 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
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  17.3% higher
  Commute
  13.3% lower
  Health
  9.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.7% lower