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WICHITA vs. FORT MADISON
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Wichita, Kansas vs. Fort Madison, Iowa
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Fort Madison, Iowa is
13.1%
cheaper
than Wichita, Kansas.
You would need a salary of
$43,444
in Fort Madison, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Wichita, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Madison, Iowa is
cheaper
than Wichita, Kansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Fort Madison
than in Wichita, Kansas
Wichita, KS vs. Fort Madison, IA
Compared to Wichita, Fort Madison is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.1% lower
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, Taxes not Considered
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No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
35.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Utilities
4.9% lower
Commute
20.4% lower
Health
13.0% higher
Taxes
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Personal
0.3% higher
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