Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
27% cheaper
Wichita is 27% more affordable than Eugene. A $75,000 salary in Eugene is equivalent to $54,783 in Wichita.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Eugene has a housing index of 130 while Wichita sits at 62 (national average = 100). The median home in Eugene costs $380,000 compared to $165,000 in Wichita, a difference of $215,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in Eugene versus $900 in Wichita.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Eugene scores 103 while Wichita scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Eugene (106) are higher than Wichita (92).
Median household income in Eugene is $49,448 compared to $52,428 in Wichita. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Wichita.
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