Manhattan, Kansas vs. Charleston, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Charleston, Illinois is 17.0% cheaper than Manhattan, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $41,501 in Charleston, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Charleston, Illinois is cheaper than Manhattan, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% cheaper in Charleston
than in Manhattan, Kansas
Manhattan, KS vs. Charleston, IL
Compared to Manhattan, Charleston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  17.0% 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
  4.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  51.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% lower
  Commute
  14.3% lower
  Health
  6.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% higher