Manhattan, Kansas vs. Evanston, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Evanston, Illinois is 44.4% more expensive than Manhattan, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $43,329 in Evanston, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Evanston, Illinois is more expensive than Manhattan, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% more expensive in Evanston
than in Manhattan, Kansas
Manhattan, KS vs. Evanston, IL
Compared to Manhattan, Evanston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.4% 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
  3.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  70.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.3% lower
  Commute
  91.8% higher
  Health
  15.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.8% higher