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
$1,530
$1,162
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$1,101
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$69,693
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$190,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
88.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$2,233
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$145
👥 People living there
210,815
397,945
Commute to work
19.1 min
18.4 min
College degree
29%
31.1%
Own their home
47.4%
58.9%
Below poverty line
17.7%
15.9%
Unemployment
7.9%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville for cheaper homes.
- Pick Wichita for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fayetteville | Wichita | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,520 | $37,300 | +26% in Wichita |
| Police Officer | $48,160 | $60,840 | +26% in Wichita |
| Plumber | $51,740 | $60,940 | +18% in Wichita |
| Truck Driver | $49,980 | $57,930 | +16% in Wichita |
| Electrician | $57,690 | $65,670 | +14% in Wichita |
| Firefighter | $36,820 | $41,900 | +14% in Wichita |
| Software Developer | $122,900 | $105,980 | -14% in Wichita |
| Lawyer | $107,950 | $121,510 | +13% in Wichita |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or Wichita cheaper to live in?
Wichita is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,162 a month there versus $1,530 in Fayetteville.
What salary do I need in Wichita to match $60,000 in Fayetteville?
About $58,022 a year gives the same standard of living in Wichita.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or Wichita?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $69,693 in Wichita, 10% more in Wichita.