Mankato, KS vs Phillipsburg, KS

Mankato is moderately more affordable than Phillipsburg, with a 11.8% lower cost of living index. Mankato scores 52 compared to 59 for Phillipsburg, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Phillipsburg can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Mankato is $533/month compared to $654/month in Phillipsburg — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Mankato is more affordable at $53,900 median vs $93,900.

Median household income in Mankato is $51,250 compared to $58,125 in Phillipsburg (-11.8%). The higher salaries in Phillipsburg partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Mankato spend roughly 12.5% of their income on rent, less than the 13.5% in Phillipsburg.