Burlington, Iowa vs. Wichita, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Wichita, Kansas is 18.8% more expensive than Burlington, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $59,389 in Wichita, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Burlington, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wichita, Kansas is more expensive than Burlington, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% more expensive in Wichita
than in Burlington, Iowa
Burlington, IA vs. Wichita, KS
Compared to Burlington, Wichita is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.7% higher
  Commute
  32.9% higher
  Health
  11.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% higher