salaryWichita is 7% 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
$1,401
$1,162
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,284
$1,101
💵 Families earn per year
$73,680
$69,693
🔑 Buying a house
$291,500
$190,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
88.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,678
$2,233
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$145
👥 People living there
562,218
397,945
Commute to work
22.4 min
18.4 min
College degree
39.2%
31.1%
Own their home
61.8%
58.9%
Below poverty line
15.5%
15.9%
Unemployment
5.4%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Albuquerque for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Wichita for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Albuquerque | Wichita | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $75,520 | $58,640 | -22% in Wichita |
| Registered Nurse | $96,040 | $76,540 | -20% in Wichita |
| Civil Engineer | $105,080 | $84,310 | -20% in Wichita |
| Nurse Practitioner | $140,950 | $116,100 | -18% in Wichita |
| Police Officer | $73,380 | $60,840 | -17% in Wichita |
| Carpenter | $60,080 | $50,930 | -15% in Wichita |
| Software Developer | $123,700 | $105,980 | -14% in Wichita |
| Physician Assistant | $139,920 | $121,640 | -13% in Wichita |
Frequently asked questions
Is Albuquerque or Wichita cheaper to live in?
Wichita is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,162 a month there versus $1,401 in Albuquerque.
What salary do I need in Wichita to match $60,000 in Albuquerque?
About $55,855 a year gives the same standard of living in Wichita.
Where do people earn more, Albuquerque or Wichita?
The typical household earns $73,680 in Albuquerque and $69,693 in Wichita, 6% more in Albuquerque.