Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
17% cheaper
Wichita is 17% more affordable than Las Vegas. A $75,000 salary in Las Vegas is equivalent to $62,376 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. Las Vegas has a housing index of 106 while Wichita sits at 62 (national average = 100). The median home in Las Vegas costs $350,000 compared to $165,000 in Wichita, a difference of $185,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in Las Vegas versus $900 in Wichita.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Las Vegas scores 101 while Wichita scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Las Vegas (96) are higher than Wichita (92).
Median household income in Las Vegas is $56,415 compared to $52,428 in Wichita. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Wichita.
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