Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
19% cheaper
Wichita is 19% more affordable than Wilmington. A $75,000 salary in Wilmington is equivalent to $60,577 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. Wichita has a housing index of 62 while Wilmington sits at 104 (national average = 100). The median home in Wichita costs $165,000 compared to $235,000 in Wilmington, a difference of $70,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $900 in Wichita versus $1,200 in Wilmington.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Wichita scores 95 while Wilmington scores 103. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Wichita (92) are lower than Wilmington (106).
Median household income in Wichita is $52,428 compared to $46,520 in Wilmington. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Wichita.
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