Portsmouth, Virginia vs. Manhattan, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, Kansas is 5.7% cheaper than Portsmouth, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $47,127 in Manhattan, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Portsmouth, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, Kansas is cheaper than Portsmouth, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
32% cheaper in Manhattan
than in Portsmouth, Virginia
Portsmouth, VA vs. Manhattan, KS
Compared to Portsmouth, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.7% 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
  1.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% higher
  Commute
  32.3% lower
  Health
  0.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% lower