salaryWichita is 18% 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
$2,666
$1,162
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,101
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$69,693
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$190,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
88.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$2,233
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$145
👥 People living there
236,254
397,945
Commute to work
26.2 min
18.4 min
College degree
77.1%
31.1%
Own their home
41.3%
58.9%
Below poverty line
7.4%
15.9%
Unemployment
3.3%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington 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 | Arlington | Wichita | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $85,230 | -46% in Wichita |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $121,510 | -38% in Wichita |
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $41,900 | -37% in Wichita |
| Software Developer | $154,930 | $105,980 | -32% in Wichita |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $60,840 | -28% in Wichita |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $63,890 | -27% in Wichita |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $58,640 | -26% in Wichita |
| Registered Nurse | $102,710 | $76,540 | -25% in Wichita |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Wichita cheaper to live in?
Wichita is about 18% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,162 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Wichita to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $49,013 a year gives the same standard of living in Wichita.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Wichita?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $69,693 in Wichita, 120% more in Arlington.