Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
14% cheaper
Wichita is 14% more affordable than Spokane. A $75,000 salary in Spokane is equivalent to $64,286 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. Spokane has a housing index of 94 while Wichita sits at 62 (national average = 100). The median home in Spokane costs $310,000 compared to $165,000 in Wichita, a difference of $145,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,200 in Spokane versus $900 in Wichita.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Spokane scores 99 while Wichita scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Spokane (102) are higher than Wichita (92).
Median household income in Spokane is $48,834 compared to $52,428 in Wichita. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Wichita.
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