Cost of Living in Manhattan, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
170.5
100 = national avg
+70.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$75,009
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$177,295
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing174.7
Food148.1
Transportation196.2
Healthcare138.5
Utilities143.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,581
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,781
per month
The overall cost of living index in Manhattan is 170.5, which is 70.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 174.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $75,009 per year to cover basic expenses.