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AUSTIN vs. WICHITA
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Austin, Texas vs. Wichita, Kansas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Wichita, Kansas is
36.9%
cheaper
than Austin, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$22,702
in Wichita, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wichita, Kansas is
cheaper
than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Wichita
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Wichita, KS
Compared to Austin, Wichita is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
36.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
1.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
65.0% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.4% higher
Commute
26.8% lower
Health
1.3% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.1% lower
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