salaryWichita is 8% 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
$1,358
$1,162
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,285
$1,101
💵 Families earn per year
$61,553
$69,693
🔑 Buying a house
$266,200
$190,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
96.9
88.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,786
$2,233
⚡ Electric bill per month
$143
$145
👥 People living there
547,073
397,945
Commute to work
21.9 min
18.4 min
College degree
31.1%
31.1%
Own their home
51.8%
58.9%
Below poverty line
18.9%
15.9%
Unemployment
6.2%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Wichita for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Tucson | Wichita | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $47,220 | $58,640 | +24% in Wichita |
| Police Officer | $76,970 | $60,840 | -21% in Wichita |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,940 | $60,310 | -21% in Wichita |
| Registered Nurse | $94,110 | $76,540 | -19% in Wichita |
| Software Developer | $123,710 | $105,980 | -14% in Wichita |
| Cashier | $32,780 | $28,430 | -13% in Wichita |
| Lawyer | $107,510 | $121,510 | +13% in Wichita |
| Medical Assistant | $44,380 | $38,630 | -13% in Wichita |
Frequently asked questions
Is Tucson or Wichita cheaper to live in?
Wichita is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,162 a month there versus $1,358 in Tucson.
What salary do I need in Wichita to match $60,000 in Tucson?
About $55,077 a year gives the same standard of living in Wichita.
Where do people earn more, Tucson or Wichita?
The typical household earns $61,553 in Tucson and $69,693 in Wichita, 12% more in Wichita.