Manhattan, KS vs Prichard, AL
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Manhattan
72.4
#897 nationally
Prichard
76.4
#355 nationally
Manhattan leads in crime level (10.1 vs 17.3). Manhattan leads in walk score (39 vs 23). Manhattan leads in median household income ($55,316 vs $36,110).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Manhattan, KS | Prichard, AL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 72.4 (#897) | 76.4 (#355) |
| Population | 53,682 | 18,816 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $298,307 | $59,455 |
| Median Household Income | $55,316 | $36,110 |
| Average Commute | 16 min | 24.1 min |
| Walk Score | 39 | 23 |
| Crime Level | 10.1 | 17.3 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 100 | 82 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+1.8 | R+16.4 |
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72.4 Score
Manhattan, KS
Kansas community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$298,307
Population
53,682
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
39
Midwest
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76.4 Score
Prichard, AL
Small Alabama city with local appeal
Median Home
$59,455
Population
18,816
Crime
High
Walk Score
23
Southeast
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