salaryWichita is 3% 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
$1,458
$1,162
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,101
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$69,693
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$190,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
88.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$2,233
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$145
👥 People living there
201,528
397,945
Commute to work
21.1 min
18.4 min
College degree
24.7%
31.1%
Own their home
50.8%
58.9%
Below poverty line
20.1%
15.9%
Unemployment
8.6%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for cheaper homes.
- Pick Wichita for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Wichita | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $37,300 | +103% in Wichita |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $59,520 | +22% in Wichita |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $57,930 | +21% in Wichita |
| Civil Engineer | $103,010 | $84,310 | -18% in Wichita |
| Operations Manager | $102,360 | $85,230 | -17% in Wichita |
| Carpenter | $58,930 | $50,930 | -14% in Wichita |
| Registered Nurse | $87,760 | $76,540 | -13% in Wichita |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $84,230 | $94,790 | +13% in Wichita |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Wichita cheaper to live in?
Wichita is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,162 a month there versus $1,458 in Augusta.
What salary do I need in Wichita to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $58,069 a year gives the same standard of living in Wichita.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Wichita?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $69,693 in Wichita, 14% more in Wichita.