Cost of Living in Manhattan, KS
Population: 53,951 • 2026 Data
$58,441
Median Household Income
-24% vs national
$1,019
Median Monthly Rent
-24% vs national
$243,700
Median Home Value
-28% vs national
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Manhattan
The median home value in Manhattan, KS is $243,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,019, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,090.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Manhattan, KS is $58,441. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2%, with a labor force of 32,176 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.