salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,246
$1,162
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,088
$1,101
💵 Families earn per year
$64,435
$69,693
🔑 Buying a house
$184,500
$190,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.9
88.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,760
$2,233
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$145
👥 People living there
680,130
397,945
Commute to work
23.4 min
18.4 min
College degree
28.1%
31.1%
Own their home
60.8%
58.9%
Below poverty line
18.4%
15.9%
Unemployment
6%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick El Paso for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Wichita for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | El Paso | Wichita | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $21,870 | $37,300 | +71% in Wichita |
| Electrician | $48,140 | $65,670 | +36% in Wichita |
| Market Research Analyst | $50,680 | $63,890 | +26% in Wichita |
| HVAC Technician | $47,270 | $59,520 | +26% in Wichita |
| Police Officer | $76,400 | $60,840 | -20% in Wichita |
| Accountant | $65,990 | $79,270 | +20% in Wichita |
| Carpenter | $42,430 | $50,930 | +20% in Wichita |
| Restaurant Cook | $28,990 | $34,510 | +19% in Wichita |
Frequently asked questions
Is El Paso or Wichita cheaper to live in?
El Paso and Wichita cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Wichita to match $60,000 in El Paso?
About $59,355 a year gives the same standard of living in Wichita.
Where do people earn more, El Paso or Wichita?
The typical household earns $64,435 in El Paso and $69,693 in Wichita, 8% more in Wichita.