Cost of Living in Wichita, KS
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.4
100 = national avg
-2.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,844
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,268
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing101.4
Food98.2
Transportation86.1
Healthcare98.6
Utilities99.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$849
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,099
per month
The overall cost of living index in Wichita is 97.4, which is 2.6% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 101.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,844 per year to cover basic expenses.