Manhattan, Kansas vs. Penobscot, Maine

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Penobscot, Maine is 11.1% more expensive than Manhattan, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $55,569 in Penobscot, Maine to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Penobscot, Maine is more expensive than Manhattan, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Penobscot
than in Manhattan, Kansas
Manhattan, KS vs. Penobscot, ME
Compared to Manhattan, Penobscot is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.1% 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
  11.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.6% lower
  Commute
  17.9% higher
  Health
  13.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.0% higher