Los Angeles, California vs. Manhattan, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, New York is 25.7% more expensive than Los Angeles, California.

You would need a salary of $94,240 in Manhattan, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Los Angeles, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, New York is more expensive than Los Angeles, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Manhattan
than in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, CA vs. Manhattan, NY
Compared to Los Angeles, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.7% 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
  15.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  60.4% higher
  Commute
  2.6% lower
  Health
  39.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  43.0% higher