salaryWichita is 8% 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
$1,813
$1,162
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,752
$1,101
💵 Families earn per year
$82,311
$69,693
🔑 Buying a house
$270,800
$190,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.1
88.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,263
$2,233
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$145
👥 People living there
246,844
397,945
Commute to work
29.7 min
18.4 min
College degree
25.4%
31.1%
Own their home
61.6%
58.9%
Below poverty line
13%
15.9%
Unemployment
4.8%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Garland for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Wichita for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Garland or Wichita cheaper to live in?
Wichita is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,162 a month there versus $1,813 in Garland.
What salary do I need in Wichita to match $60,000 in Garland?
About $54,986 a year gives the same standard of living in Wichita.
Where do people earn more, Garland or Wichita?
The typical household earns $82,311 in Garland and $69,693 in Wichita, 18% more in Garland.