Edison, New Jersey vs. Manhattan, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, Kansas is 34.3% cheaper than Edison, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $39,400 in Manhattan, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Edison, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, Kansas is cheaper than Edison, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Manhattan
than in Edison, New Jersey
Edison, NJ vs. Manhattan, KS
Compared to Edison, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.3% 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
  7.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.6% lower
  Commute
  54.6% lower
  Health
  5.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  15.1% lower

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