Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
10% cheaper
Wichita is 10% more affordable than Pittsburgh. A $75,000 salary in Pittsburgh is equivalent to $67,742 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. Pittsburgh has a housing index of 79 while Wichita sits at 62 (national average = 100). The median home in Pittsburgh costs $195,000 compared to $165,000 in Wichita, a difference of $30,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,100 in Pittsburgh versus $900 in Wichita.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Pittsburgh scores 101 while Wichita scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Pittsburgh (95) are higher than Wichita (92).
Median household income in Pittsburgh is $52,536 compared to $52,428 in Wichita. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Wichita.
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