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MERCED vs. WICHITA
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Merced, California vs. Wichita, Kansas
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Wichita, Kansas is
22.9%
cheaper
than Merced, California.
You would need a salary of
$69,414
in Wichita, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Merced, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wichita, Kansas is
cheaper
than Merced, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
53% cheaper in Wichita
than in Merced, California
Merced, CA vs. Wichita, KS
Compared to Merced, Wichita is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
22.9% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
4.5% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
50.1% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.2% lower
Commute
20.5% lower
Health
15.2% lower
Taxes
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Childcare
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Personal
0.7% higher
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