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
$1,301
$1,162
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,195
$1,101
💵 Families earn per year
$65,675
$69,693
🔑 Buying a house
$212,400
$190,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.3
88.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,333
$2,233
⚡ Electric bill per month
$184
$145
👥 People living there
264,814
397,945
Commute to work
16.3 min
18.4 min
College degree
35.1%
31.1%
Own their home
51.2%
58.9%
Below poverty line
18.9%
15.9%
Unemployment
5.2%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Lubbock for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
- Pick Wichita for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lubbock | Wichita | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,560 | $37,300 | +65% in Wichita |
| Firefighter | $77,290 | $41,900 | -46% in Wichita |
| Electrician | $47,000 | $65,670 | +40% in Wichita |
| Plumber | $48,950 | $60,940 | +24% in Wichita |
| Police Officer | $77,110 | $60,840 | -21% in Wichita |
| Market Research Analyst | $52,820 | $63,890 | +21% in Wichita |
| HVAC Technician | $49,850 | $59,520 | +19% in Wichita |
| Truck Driver | $49,080 | $57,930 | +18% in Wichita |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lubbock or Wichita cheaper to live in?
Wichita is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,162 a month there versus $1,301 in Lubbock.
What salary do I need in Wichita to match $60,000 in Lubbock?
About $58,442 a year gives the same standard of living in Wichita.
Where do people earn more, Lubbock or Wichita?
The typical household earns $65,675 in Lubbock and $69,693 in Wichita, 6% more in Wichita.