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
$1,257
$1,162
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,109
$1,101
💵 Families earn per year
$57,762
$69,693
🔑 Buying a house
$193,300
$190,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
88.1
88.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$968
$2,233
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$145
👥 People living there
203,416
397,945
Commute to work
22.8 min
18.4 min
College degree
32%
31.1%
Own their home
54%
58.9%
Below poverty line
18.4%
15.9%
Unemployment
5.6%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Mobile for a more educated workforce.
- Pick Wichita for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Mobile | Wichita | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,860 | $37,300 | +39% in Wichita |
| Police Officer | $47,000 | $60,840 | +29% in Wichita |
| HVAC Technician | $47,960 | $59,520 | +24% in Wichita |
| Civil Engineer | $107,810 | $84,310 | -22% in Wichita |
| Nursing Assistant | $30,880 | $37,290 | +21% in Wichita |
| Operations Manager | $106,690 | $85,230 | -20% in Wichita |
| Physician Assistant | $104,960 | $121,640 | +16% in Wichita |
| Truck Driver | $51,010 | $57,930 | +14% in Wichita |
Frequently asked questions
Is Mobile or Wichita cheaper to live in?
Mobile 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 Mobile?
About $60,578 a year gives the same standard of living in Wichita.
Where do people earn more, Mobile or Wichita?
The typical household earns $57,762 in Mobile and $69,693 in Wichita, 17% more in Wichita.