Owensboro, Kentucky vs. Wichita, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Wichita, Kansas is 1.7% more expensive than Owensboro, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $76,309 in Wichita, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Owensboro, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wichita, Kansas is more expensive than Owensboro, Kentucky
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
55% more expensive in Wichita
than in Owensboro, Kentucky
Owensboro, KY vs. Wichita, KS
Compared to Owensboro, Wichita is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.7% 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
  3.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.7% higher
  Commute
  8.5% higher
  Health
  16.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower

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