Burbank, IL vs Manhattan, IL

Burbank, IL and Manhattan, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4% difference in their overall index. Burbank scores 95 while Manhattan scores 99 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Burbank is $1,241/month compared to $1,220/month in Manhattan — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Manhattan has cheaper rent, Burbank actually has lower median home values ($258,900 vs $314,400).

Median household income in Burbank is $83,975 compared to $128,375 in Manhattan (-34.6%). While Manhattan is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Burbank spend roughly 17.7% of their income on rent, more than the 11.4% in Manhattan.