Manhattan, Kansas vs. Dallas, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dallas, Texas is 18.4% more expensive than Manhattan, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $59,203 in Dallas, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dallas, Texas is more expensive than Manhattan, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% more expensive in Dallas
than in Manhattan, Kansas
Manhattan, KS vs. Dallas, TX
Compared to Manhattan, Dallas is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.4% 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
  1.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.7% lower
  Commute
  74.8% higher
  Health
  5.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.1% higher