Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
26% cheaper
Cleveland is 26% more affordable than Manchester. A $75,000 salary in Manchester is equivalent to $55,297 in Cleveland.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Cleveland has a housing index of 59 while Manchester sits at 140 (national average = 100). The median home in Cleveland costs $100,000 compared to $350,000 in Manchester, a difference of $250,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $900 in Cleveland versus $1,600 in Manchester.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Cleveland scores 99 while Manchester scores 105. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Cleveland (96) are lower than Manchester (112).
Median household income in Cleveland is $32,053 compared to $65,018 in Manchester. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Cleveland.
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