Wichita, Kansas vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 3.3% cheaper than Wichita, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $48,346 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Wichita, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is cheaper than Wichita, Kansas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
32% cheaper in Waco
than in Wichita, Kansas
Wichita, KS vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Wichita, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.3% lower
      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
  2.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.1% lower
  Commute
  10.1% lower
  Health
  1.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% lower