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Wichita, KS is showing a promising job growth at 15.78%, which is higher than the US Future Job Growth of 30.54%. The city also has an unemployment rate of 4.3%, which is lower than the national average of 4.1%. This indicates that there are plenty of opportunities for job seekers in Wichita, KS, and the outlook looks positive for future jobs in the area. With its low unemployment rate and steady job growth, Wichita presents a great opportunity for those looking to find gainful employment.

The unemployment rate in Wichita is 5.9% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%)

You Should Know

- That Job Growth in Wichita has been Negative.
- Jobs have Decreased by 4.0% over the past year.
- The average salary in Wichita is $56,374.
- The median home cost in Wichita is $172,400

Job Helpful Resources

- Best paying jobs in Wichita? Architecture, Engineering ($85,636)
- Worst paying jobs? Food Prep, Serving ($14,064)
- Highest paying industry jobs? Management of Companies and Enterprises ($81,488)
- Lowest paying industry jobs? Accommodation and Food Services ($16,070)
- Average Income of Residents in Wichita ($31,558) compared to USA ($37,638)
- The Unemployment Rate in Wichita (5.9) is lower than USA (6)

Process of Job Search

View jobs in occupation categories below. It is important to join a job site search that offers legally protected status, inclusive workplace, and diverse and inclusive workplace if you're looking for work in Wichita. A team that respects gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, and other legally protected status are important to look for.

Diverse and inclusive employers are looking for job seekers with a wide range of skills and experience. You can find jobs in Wichita, Kansas that match your qualifications.

     JobsWichita, KansasUnited States
  $31,558$37,638
  $56,374$69,021
  5.96
  -4.0%-6.2%
  24.3%33.5%
  Average Salary by OccupationWichita, KansasUnited States
  Management$64,734$77,236
  Business, Financial$58,415$68,299
  Computer, Math$60,711$87,306
  Architecture, Engineering$85,636$86,023
  Sciences$63,067$66,034
  Social Service$40,465$44,925
  Legal$63,684$88,013
  Education$38,287$44,678
  Arts, Entertainment$34,585$43,591
  Health Practitioners$59,868$75,327
  Health Technicians$38,782$41,524
  Healthcare Support$24,602$25,441
  Fire Fighters$37,015$35,516
  Law Enforcement$50,494$64,941
  Food Prep, Serving$14,064$16,379
  Cleaning, Maintenance$22,123$23,378
  Personal Care$15,883$15,351
  Sales, Related$28,244$33,178
  Office Admin, Support$32,021$35,058
  Farming, Fishing, Forestry$40,325$25,716
  Construction, Extraction$39,521$41,315
  Maintence, Repair$44,382$48,436
  Production$38,152$38,103
  Transportation$38,214$39,572
  Material Moving$24,474$25,906
  Average Salary by IndustryWichita, KansasUnited States
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting$29,654$31,273
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction$41,696$74,432
  Construction$39,130$44,287
  Manufacturing$51,888$51,585
  Wholesale Trade$47,023$51,301
  Retail Trade$23,489$26,757
  Transportation and Warehousing$43,249$43,256
  Utilities$50,772$77,546
  Information$45,497$61,268
  Finance and Insurance$51,706$65,016
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing$37,360$46,406
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services$53,503$73,907
  Management of Companies and Enterprises$81,488$75,118
  Administrative and Support and Waste Services$26,924$30,687
  Educational Services$38,280$44,708
  Health Care and Social Assistance$33,691$40,852
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation$21,761$25,861
  Accommodation and Food Services$16,070$18,154
  Other Services$25,498$29,481
  Public Administration$45,815$61,644
Unemployment by Year (Years 1990 to 2021)
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Grew up there in the 80s and moving back. It's very true about the feel-good blue skies and the friendliness of the communities. Wichita is perfect for those who want  More

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My comparison is to living in AZ, CO, NE & WY. Wichita is a nice city with a lot to do. It has history, art, live music, breweries, plenty of biking and walking trails.  More

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Over 4 years ago

I lived in Wichita for several years and it was a great place to live, low crime for such a large city. Very diverse, lots to do, plenty of jobs and beautiful  More

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