Cost of Living Calculator - Rock Rapids, Iowa vs Manhattan, New York


The cost of living in Manhattan, New York is 181.0% more expensive than Rock Rapids, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $140,482 in Manhattan, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Rock Rapids, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, New York is more expensive than Rock Rapids, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
589% more expensive in Manhattan
than in Rock Rapids, Iowa
Rock Rapids, IA vs Manhattan, NY
Compared to Rock Rapids, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  181.0% 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
  26.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  888.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  55.1% higher
  Commute
  152.7% higher
  Health
  4.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  50.6% higher

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