Topeka, Kansas vs. Manitowoc, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Manitowoc, Wisconsin is 6.6% cheaper than Topeka, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $46,701 in Manitowoc, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Topeka, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Manitowoc, Wisconsin is cheaper than Topeka, Kansas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
19% cheaper in Manitowoc
than in Topeka, Kansas
Topeka, KS vs. Manitowoc, WI
Compared to Topeka, Manitowoc is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.6% 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
  3.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.9% lower
  Commute
  12.0% lower
  Health
  14.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% lower