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
$1,314
$1,162
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,172
$1,101
💵 Families earn per year
$81,934
$69,693
🔑 Buying a house
$292,400
$190,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
90.6
88.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,389
$2,233
⚡ Electric bill per month
$105
$145
👥 People living there
201,469
397,945
Commute to work
17 min
18.4 min
College degree
38.1%
31.1%
Own their home
59.5%
58.9%
Below poverty line
9.6%
15.9%
Unemployment
2.5%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Sioux Falls for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Wichita for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Sioux Falls | Wichita | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $142,730 | $85,230 | -40% in Wichita |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,920 | $37,300 | +25% in Wichita |
| Police Officer | $77,440 | $60,840 | -21% in Wichita |
| Firefighter | $50,840 | $41,900 | -18% in Wichita |
| Elementary School Teacher | $50,040 | $58,640 | +17% in Wichita |
| Civil Engineer | $99,700 | $84,310 | -15% in Wichita |
| Warehouse Worker | $44,420 | $37,750 | -15% in Wichita |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $53,520 | $60,310 | +13% in Wichita |
Frequently asked questions
Is Sioux Falls or Wichita cheaper to live in?
Sioux Falls 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 Sioux Falls?
About $58,884 a year gives the same standard of living in Wichita.
Where do people earn more, Sioux Falls or Wichita?
The typical household earns $81,934 in Sioux Falls and $69,693 in Wichita, 18% more in Sioux Falls.