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MANHATTAN vs. WASHINGTON
Cost of Living Comparison
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Manhattan, New York vs. Washington, District of Columbia
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Washington, District of Columbia is
32.0%
cheaper
than Manhattan, New York.
You would need a salary of
$51,016
in Washington, District of Columbia to maintain the standard of living you have in Manhattan, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Washington, District of Columbia is
cheaper
than Manhattan, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Washington
than in Manhattan, New York
Manhattan, NY vs. Washington, DC
Compared to Manhattan, Washington is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
32.0% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
5.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
53.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
29.5% lower
Commute
16.0% lower
Health
23.7% lower
Taxes
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Personal
29.3% lower
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