Cost of Living Calculator - Ottumwa, Iowa vs Manhattan, New York


The cost of living in Manhattan, New York is 219.5% more expensive than Ottumwa, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $239,610 in Manhattan, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Ottumwa, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, New York is more expensive than Ottumwa, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1096% more expensive in Manhattan
than in Ottumwa, Iowa
Ottumwa, IA vs Manhattan, NY
Compared to Ottumwa, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  219.5% 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
  31.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,593.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  49.1% higher
  Commute
  156.4% higher
  Health
  4.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  55.6% higher

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