Manhattan, New York vs. Topeka, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Topeka, Kansas is 64.4% cheaper than Manhattan, New York.

You would need a salary of $17,796 in Topeka, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Topeka, Kansas is cheaper than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
85% cheaper in Topeka
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs. Topeka, KS
Compared to Manhattan, Topeka is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  64.4% 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
  22.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  90.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  31.4% lower
  Commute
  54.1% lower
  Health
  13.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  32.9% lower