salaryWichita is 16% 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
$2,087
$1,162
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$1,101
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$69,693
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$190,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
88.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$2,233
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$145
👥 People living there
394,432
397,945
Commute to work
28.6 min
18.4 min
College degree
33.6%
31.1%
Own their home
62.4%
58.9%
Below poverty line
11.9%
15.9%
Unemployment
5.9%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick Wichita for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Aurora | Wichita | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $87,980 | $41,900 | -52% in Wichita |
| Police Officer | $101,970 | $60,840 | -40% in Wichita |
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $85,230 | -40% in Wichita |
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $63,890 | -35% in Wichita |
| Lawyer | $177,380 | $121,510 | -31% in Wichita |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,880 | $94,790 | -26% in Wichita |
| Cashier | $37,620 | $28,430 | -24% in Wichita |
| Registered Nurse | $101,130 | $76,540 | -24% in Wichita |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Wichita cheaper to live in?
Wichita is about 16% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,162 a month there versus $2,087 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in Wichita to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $50,451 a year gives the same standard of living in Wichita.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Wichita?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $69,693 in Wichita, 37% more in Aurora.