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
$1,304
$1,162
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,085
$1,101
💵 Families earn per year
$61,271
$69,693
🔑 Buying a house
$161,900
$190,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.7
88.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$643
$2,233
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$145
👥 People living there
197,494
397,945
Commute to work
20.7 min
18.4 min
College degree
33.8%
31.1%
Own their home
54.4%
58.9%
Below poverty line
21.5%
15.9%
Unemployment
6.4%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Montgomery for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Wichita for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Montgomery | Wichita | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,360 | $37,300 | +42% in Wichita |
| Electrician | $49,910 | $65,670 | +32% in Wichita |
| Police Officer | $48,490 | $60,840 | +25% in Wichita |
| HVAC Technician | $48,680 | $59,520 | +22% in Wichita |
| Operations Manager | $107,980 | $85,230 | -21% in Wichita |
| Physician Assistant | $102,040 | $121,640 | +19% in Wichita |
| Firefighter | $48,780 | $41,900 | -14% in Wichita |
| Civil Engineer | $97,470 | $84,310 | -14% in Wichita |
Frequently asked questions
Is Montgomery or Wichita cheaper to live in?
Montgomery 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 Montgomery?
About $59,508 a year gives the same standard of living in Wichita.
Where do people earn more, Montgomery or Wichita?
The typical household earns $61,271 in Montgomery and $69,693 in Wichita, 12% more in Wichita.