Temple, Texas vs. Manhattan, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, Kansas is 1.8% more expensive than Temple, Texas.

You would need a salary of $50,895 in Manhattan, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Temple, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, Kansas is more expensive than Temple, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
42% more expensive in Manhattan
than in Temple, Texas
Temple, TX vs. Manhattan, KS
Compared to Temple, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.8% 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
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.3% higher
  Commute
  8.7% lower
  Health
  2.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% higher