Manhattan, Kansas vs. Preston, Connecticut

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Preston, Connecticut is 24.4% more expensive than Manhattan, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $62,192 in Preston, Connecticut to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Preston, Connecticut is more expensive than Manhattan, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% more expensive in Preston
than in Manhattan, Kansas
Manhattan, KS vs. Preston, CT
Compared to Manhattan, Preston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.4% 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
  8.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% higher
  Commute
  62.5% higher
  Health
  7.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.8% higher