salaryWichita is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Wichita to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,162
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,101
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$69,693
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$190,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
88.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$2,233
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$145
👥 People living there
189,247
397,945
Commute to work
22.2 min
18.4 min
College degree
23.6%
31.1%
Own their home
50.7%
58.9%
Below poverty line
23.3%
15.9%
Unemployment
7.8%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Wichita for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Wichita | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $61,140 | $41,900 | -31% in Wichita |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $58,640 | -25% in Wichita |
| Police Officer | $74,650 | $60,840 | -18% in Wichita |
| Carpenter | $61,070 | $50,930 | -17% in Wichita |
| Electrician | $77,360 | $65,670 | -15% in Wichita |
| Customer Service Representative | $45,420 | $39,330 | -13% in Wichita |
| Operations Manager | $98,340 | $85,230 | -13% in Wichita |
| Civil Engineer | $94,450 | $84,310 | -11% in Wichita |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Wichita cheaper to live in?
Wichita is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,162 a month there versus $1,129 in Akron.
What salary do I need in Wichita to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $57,157 a year gives the same standard of living in Wichita.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Wichita?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $69,693 in Wichita, 26% more in Wichita.