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
$1,204
$1,162
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,160
$1,101
💵 Families earn per year
$64,535
$69,693
🔑 Buying a house
$205,300
$190,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.2
88.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,005
$2,233
⚡ Electric bill per month
$140
$145
👥 People living there
413,794
397,945
Commute to work
18.9 min
18.4 min
College degree
33.6%
31.1%
Own their home
51.9%
58.9%
Below poverty line
18.7%
15.9%
Unemployment
6.1%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Tulsa for a more educated workforce.
- Pick Wichita for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Tulsa | Wichita | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,350 | $37,300 | +103% in Wichita |
| Elementary School Teacher | $48,220 | $58,640 | +22% in Wichita |
| Civil Engineer | $102,080 | $84,310 | -17% in Wichita |
| Nurse Practitioner | $139,460 | $116,100 | -17% in Wichita |
| Lawyer | $108,220 | $121,510 | +12% in Wichita |
| Firefighter | $47,600 | $41,900 | -12% in Wichita |
| Operations Manager | $96,150 | $85,230 | -11% in Wichita |
| Registered Nurse | $84,790 | $76,540 | -10% in Wichita |
Frequently asked questions
Is Tulsa or Wichita cheaper to live in?
Tulsa 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 Tulsa?
About $59,820 a year gives the same standard of living in Wichita.
Where do people earn more, Tulsa or Wichita?
The typical household earns $64,535 in Tulsa and $69,693 in Wichita, 7% more in Wichita.