Manhattan, Kansas vs. Thornton, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Thornton, Illinois is 3.3% more expensive than Manhattan, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $51,641 in Thornton, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Thornton, Illinois is more expensive than Manhattan, Kansas
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
82% more expensive in Thornton
than in Manhattan, Kansas
Manhattan, KS vs. Thornton, IL
Compared to Manhattan, Thornton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.3% 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
  4.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.3% lower
  Commute
  82.8% higher
  Health
  15.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.9% higher