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
$1,537
$1,162
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,101
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$69,693
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$190,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
88.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$2,233
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$145
👥 People living there
185,783
397,945
Commute to work
18.5 min
18.4 min
College degree
36%
31.1%
Own their home
52.4%
58.9%
Below poverty line
19.1%
15.9%
Unemployment
5.4%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
- Pick Wichita for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | Wichita | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $37,300 | +54% in Wichita |
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $60,840 | +19% in Wichita |
| Lawyer | $147,640 | $121,510 | -18% in Wichita |
| Operations Manager | $102,920 | $85,230 | -17% in Wichita |
| HVAC Technician | $50,950 | $59,520 | +17% in Wichita |
| Customer Service Representative | $45,030 | $39,330 | -13% in Wichita |
| Civil Engineer | $95,630 | $84,310 | -12% in Wichita |
| Electrician | $72,330 | $65,670 | -9% in Wichita |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Wichita cheaper to live in?
Wichita is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,162 a month there versus $1,537 in Chattanooga.
What salary do I need in Wichita to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $58,348 a year gives the same standard of living in Wichita.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Wichita?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $69,693 in Wichita, 0% more in Wichita.