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
$1,327
$1,162
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,191
$1,101
💵 Families earn per year
$74,045
$69,693
🔑 Buying a house
$231,300
$190,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
90.4
88.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,311
$2,233
⚡ Electric bill per month
$144
$145
👥 People living there
697,125
397,945
Commute to work
22.2 min
18.4 min
College degree
34.7%
31.1%
Own their home
58.6%
58.9%
Below poverty line
15.1%
15.9%
Unemployment
4.7%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Oklahoma City for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Wichita for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Oklahoma City | Wichita | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,200 | $37,300 | +105% in Wichita |
| Firefighter | $61,460 | $41,900 | -32% in Wichita |
| Elementary School Teacher | $48,780 | $58,640 | +20% in Wichita |
| Police Officer | $75,270 | $60,840 | -19% in Wichita |
| Lawyer | $103,490 | $121,510 | +17% in Wichita |
| Civil Engineer | $98,960 | $84,310 | -15% in Wichita |
| Software Developer | $122,390 | $105,980 | -13% in Wichita |
| Nurse Practitioner | $133,390 | $116,100 | -13% in Wichita |
Frequently asked questions
Is Oklahoma City or Wichita cheaper to live in?
Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City?
About $59,030 a year gives the same standard of living in Wichita.
Where do people earn more, Oklahoma City or Wichita?
The typical household earns $74,045 in Oklahoma City and $69,693 in Wichita, 6% more in Oklahoma City.