South El Monte, California vs. Manhattan, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manhattan, Kansas is 40.3% cheaper than South El Monte, California.

You would need a salary of $29,825 in Manhattan, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in South El Monte, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manhattan, Kansas is cheaper than South El Monte, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Manhattan
than in South El Monte, California
South El Monte, CA vs. Manhattan, KS
Compared to South El Monte, Manhattan is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  40.3% 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
  3.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  59.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.6% higher
  Commute
  58.1% lower
  Health
  17.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.8% lower