Cost of Living in Manchester, MO
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
136.5
100 = national avg
+36.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,043
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$141,920
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing148.1
Food121.0
Transportation141.9
Healthcare116.8
Utilities122.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$995
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,218
per month
The overall cost of living index in Manchester is 136.5, which is 36.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 148.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,043 per year to cover basic expenses.