Cost of Living in Wichita, KS
Population: 396,488 • 2026 Data
$63,072
Median Household Income
-19% vs national
$960
Median Monthly Rent
-29% vs national
$179,500
Median Home Value
-47% vs national
5.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Wichita
The median home value in Wichita, KS is $179,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $960, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $994.
Rent-to-income ratio: 18.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Wichita, KS is $63,072. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6%, with a labor force of 204,732 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.