Boston, Massachusetts vs. Manhattan, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, Kansas is 44.4% cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $27,803 in Manhattan, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Boston, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, Kansas is cheaper than Boston, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Manhattan
than in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston, MA vs. Manhattan, KS
Compared to Boston, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  44.4% 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
  12.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.3% lower
  Commute
  49.2% lower
  Health
  16.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  26.6% lower