Waco, Texas vs. Wichita, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Wichita, Kansas is 3.4% more expensive than Waco, Texas.

You would need a salary of $22,753 in Wichita, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Waco, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Wichita, Kansas is more expensive than Waco, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
48% more expensive in Wichita
than in Waco, Texas
Waco, TX vs. Wichita, KS
Compared to Waco, Wichita is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.4% 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
  2.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% higher
  Commute
  11.2% higher
  Health
  1.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.6% higher