Manhattan, New York vs. Fort Scott, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Scott, Kansas is 68.8% cheaper than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $15,583 in Fort Scott, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Scott, Kansas is cheaper than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
90% cheaper in Fort Scott
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs. Fort Scott, KS
Compared to Manhattan, Fort Scott is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  68.8% 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
  23.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  93.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  29.9% lower
  Commute
  58.6% lower
  Health
  20.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  36.0% lower