Manhattan, New York vs. Lake Wales, Florida

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lake Wales, Florida is 61.3% cheaper than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $19,354 in Lake Wales, Florida to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lake Wales, Florida is cheaper than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
80% cheaper in Lake Wales
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs. Lake Wales, FL
Compared to Manhattan, Lake Wales is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  61.3% lower
      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
  15.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  88.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.2% lower
  Commute
  45.4% lower
  Health
  19.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  37.1% lower