salaryWichita is 20% 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
$2,591
$1,162
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,138
$1,101
💵 Families earn per year
$100,540
$69,693
🔑 Buying a house
$503,700
$190,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
88.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,349
$2,233
⚡ Electric bill per month
$168
$145
👥 People living there
211,666
397,945
Commute to work
35.5 min
18.4 min
College degree
17.8%
31.1%
Own their home
63.3%
58.9%
Below poverty line
11.7%
15.9%
Unemployment
7.1%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Moreno Valley for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Wichita for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Moreno Valley or Wichita cheaper to live in?
Wichita is about 20% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,162 a month there versus $2,591 in Moreno Valley.
What salary do I need in Wichita to match $60,000 in Moreno Valley?
About $48,201 a year gives the same standard of living in Wichita.
Where do people earn more, Moreno Valley or Wichita?
The typical household earns $100,540 in Moreno Valley and $69,693 in Wichita, 44% more in Moreno Valley.