Essex, Connecticut vs. Manhattan, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, Kansas is 30.7% cheaper than Essex, Connecticut.

You would need a salary of $28,410 in Manhattan, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Essex, Connecticut.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, Kansas is cheaper than Essex, Connecticut
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
51% cheaper in Manhattan
than in Essex, Connecticut
Essex, CT vs. Manhattan, KS
Compared to Essex, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  30.7% 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
  11.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% lower
  Commute
  39.1% lower
  Health
  12.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.8% lower