Manhattan, Kansas vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 13.1% more expensive than Manhattan, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $81,963 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Manhattan, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
7% more expensive in Albany
than in Manhattan, Kansas
Manhattan, KS vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Manhattan, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.1% 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
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% higher
  Commute
  30.7% higher
  Health
  12.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.3% higher