Wichita, Kansas vs. Manhattan, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, New York is 171.3% more expensive than Wichita, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $24,962 in Manhattan, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Wichita, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, New York is more expensive than Wichita, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
578% more expensive in Manhattan
than in Wichita, Kansas
Wichita, KS vs. Manhattan, NY
Compared to Wichita, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  171.3% 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
  26.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  830.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  45.2% higher
  Commute
  100.2% higher
  Health
  21.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  53.5% higher