Manhattan, Kansas vs. Tacoma, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tacoma, Washington is 38.3% more expensive than Manhattan, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $69,168 in Tacoma, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tacoma, Washington is more expensive than Manhattan, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
93% more expensive in Tacoma
than in Manhattan, Kansas
Manhattan, KS vs. Tacoma, WA
Compared to Manhattan, Tacoma is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  38.3% 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
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  37.4% lower
  Commute
  78.1% higher
  Health
  15.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  22.6% higher