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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

📍 Manhattan, KS — ZIP-level rent data · COL adjusted from Kansas City, MO area

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You'd spend $1.0K/month more in Raleigh, NC

$150.0K in your current city equals $162.2K in Raleigh, NC

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 13.5%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,013
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$12.2K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

Manhattan, KS

Population:54K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$297K

Raleigh, NC

Population:474K
Cost Index:114
Median Home:$512K

Manhattan, KS

The Sunflower State

54K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Kansas, this city has a population of 54K residents.

Raleigh, NC

The Tar Heel State

474K
Population
State Tax
Yes
Climate
Humid subtropical

Notable Facts

  • •Research Triangle
  • •State capital
  • •Major university town

Major Industries

TechnologyResearchEducationGovernment

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Manhattan, KS vs Raleigh, NC

🏠Housing
↑ 37.2%
Manhattan, KS
$1,799
Raleigh, NC
$2,469
Difference
$670
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📦Other
↑ 11.9%
Manhattan, KS
$1,526
Raleigh, NC
$1,707
Difference
$182
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🚗Transportation
↑ 11.2%
Manhattan, KS
$1,154
Raleigh, NC
$1,284
Difference
$130
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🛒Groceries
↑ 3.7%
Manhattan, KS
$925
Raleigh, NC
$959
Difference
$34.25
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⚡All Utilities
↑ 4.7%
Manhattan, KS
$522
Raleigh, NC
$546
Difference
$24.61
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🏥Healthcare
↑ 1.6%
Manhattan, KS
$592
Raleigh, NC
$601
Difference
$9.32
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🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$686
To$1,570
↑ $884
1 Bed
From$694
To$1,640
↑ $946
2 Bed
From$847
To$1,800
↑ $953
3 Bed
From$1,178
To$2,255
↑ $1,077
Manhattan, KSZIP-level data

1BR range: $860–$1,000/mo

Raleigh, NCZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,400–$1,880/mo

💡 Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$6,518
Monthly in Manhattan, KS
$7,567
Monthly in Raleigh, NC
$1,049
Difference

Home Values

Manhattan
Raleigh
$297K
Median Value
$512K
↑ +4.3%
YoY Change
↓ -0.5%
↑ +31.9%
5-Year Change
↑ +38.2%
$250K - $343K
Price Range
$314K - $992K

Homes in Raleigh are 72% more expensive than Manhattan

Calculate payment - ManhattanCalculate payment - Raleigh

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↑ $1.3K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$108
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
0.9%
Rate difference

Manhattan, KS

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Kansas State Tax
Effective: 5.6%
$8.4K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 30.3%
$45.4K
Take-Home Pay
$8,714/month
$104.6K

Raleigh, NC

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
North Carolina State Tax
Effective: 4.8%
$7.1K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.4%
$44.1K
Take-Home Pay
$8,822/month
$105.9K

Additional Tax Information

Manhattan, KS Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.7%
Property Tax:1.3%

Raleigh, NC Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.1%
Property Tax:0.8%

💡 Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

Manhattan
Raleigh
46 Good
Air Quality
46 Good
59.3%
Good Air Days
61.7%
97 High
Climate Risk
96 High
🌊🌡🌪
Top Hazards
🌊🌡🌪
▲+3.3°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.8°F
44 days
Heat Days >95°F
31 days
▲+3.3°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.8°F
44 days
Heat Days >95°F
31 days

💰 See how taxes change too — compare take-home pay between Kansas and North Carolina on TaxTakeHome.com

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