salaryWichita is 12% 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
$2,185
$1,162
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,814
$1,101
💵 Families earn per year
$103,336
$69,693
🔑 Buying a house
$463,600
$190,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
88.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,160
$2,233
⚡ Electric bill per month
$204
$145
👥 People living there
196,906
397,945
Commute to work
28.2 min
18.4 min
College degree
36.3%
31.1%
Own their home
76%
58.9%
Below poverty line
8.4%
15.9%
Unemployment
4%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Peoria 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.
Frequently asked questions
Is Peoria or Wichita cheaper to live in?
Wichita is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,162 a month there versus $2,185 in Peoria.
What salary do I need in Wichita to match $60,000 in Peoria?
About $53,009 a year gives the same standard of living in Wichita.
Where do people earn more, Peoria or Wichita?
The typical household earns $103,336 in Peoria and $69,693 in Wichita, 48% more in Peoria.