Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
12% cheaper
Wichita is 12% more affordable than Jacksonville. A $75,000 salary in Jacksonville is equivalent to $66,316 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. Jacksonville has a housing index of 89 while Wichita sits at 62 (national average = 100). The median home in Jacksonville costs $280,000 compared to $165,000 in Wichita, a difference of $115,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in Jacksonville versus $900 in Wichita.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Jacksonville scores 101 while Wichita scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Jacksonville (95) are higher than Wichita (92).
Median household income in Jacksonville is $53,025 compared to $52,428 in Wichita. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Wichita.
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