Manhattan, New York vs. Chico, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Chico, California is 48.3% cheaper than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $25,858 in Chico, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chico, California is cheaper than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
62% cheaper in Chico
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs. Chico, CA
Compared to Manhattan, Chico is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  48.3% 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
  15.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  26.3% lower
  Commute
  47.3% lower
  Health
  3.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  31.5% lower