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
$1,277
$1,162
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,175
$1,101
💵 Families earn per year
$67,949
$69,693
🔑 Buying a house
$236,400
$190,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.4
88.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,902
$2,233
⚡ Electric bill per month
$154
$145
👥 People living there
203,436
397,945
Commute to work
18.5 min
18.4 min
College degree
44.6%
31.1%
Own their home
53.5%
58.9%
Below poverty line
17.5%
15.9%
Unemployment
4.1%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Little Rock 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 | Little Rock | Wichita | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,610 | $37,300 | +52% in Wichita |
| Electrician | $48,200 | $65,670 | +36% in Wichita |
| Lawyer | $97,870 | $121,510 | +24% in Wichita |
| HVAC Technician | $48,000 | $59,520 | +24% in Wichita |
| Plumber | $49,190 | $60,940 | +24% in Wichita |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $78,560 | $94,790 | +21% in Wichita |
| Accountant | $65,810 | $79,270 | +20% in Wichita |
| Firefighter | $48,110 | $41,900 | -13% in Wichita |
Frequently asked questions
Is Little Rock or Wichita cheaper to live in?
Little Rock 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 Little Rock?
About $59,719 a year gives the same standard of living in Wichita.
Where do people earn more, Little Rock or Wichita?
The typical household earns $67,949 in Little Rock and $69,693 in Wichita, 3% more in Wichita.