Liberal, Kansas vs. Manhattan, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, New York is 198.8% more expensive than Liberal, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $149,393 in Manhattan, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Liberal, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, New York is more expensive than Liberal, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
785% more expensive in Manhattan
than in Liberal, Kansas
Liberal, KS vs. Manhattan, NY
Compared to Liberal, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  198.8% 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
  28.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,025.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  52.3% higher
  Commute
  141.4% higher
  Health
  10.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  59.8% higher