Dothan, Alabama vs. Manhattan, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, Kansas is 7.2% more expensive than Dothan, Alabama.

You would need a salary of $53,580 in Manhattan, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Dothan, Alabama.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, Kansas is more expensive than Dothan, Alabama
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
29% more expensive in Manhattan
than in Dothan, Alabama
Dothan, AL vs. Manhattan, KS
Compared to Dothan, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% 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
  1.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.1% higher
  Commute
  15.3% lower
  Health
  12.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.7% higher