West Des Moines, Iowa vs. Manhattan, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, Kansas is 4.0% cheaper than West Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $71,963 in Manhattan, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in West Des Moines, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, Kansas is cheaper than West Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% cheaper in Manhattan
than in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, IA vs. Manhattan, KS
Compared to West Des Moines, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
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  4.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  21.3% higher
  Commute
  6.0% lower
  Health
  1.7% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  4.1% higher
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