Chicago, Illinois vs. Wichita, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Wichita, Kansas is 24.0% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $45,587 in Wichita, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wichita, Kansas is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Wichita
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Wichita, KS
Compared to Chicago, Wichita is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  11.5% higher
  Commute
  41.9% lower
  Health
  16.9% higher
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  Childcare
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  Personal
  9.3% lower
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