Head to head
Cleveland, OH vs Wichita, KS
Wichita is cheaper — estimated essentials for a single person run about $112/mo less, and living comfortably there takes roughly $0 less in annual salary (taxes included).
| Metric | Cleveland52 | Wichita66 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. monthly cost (single) | $3,258 | $3,146 |
| Salary for comfort | $57,500/yr | $57,500/yr |
| Typical rent | $1,090 | $1,010 |
| Median home value | $94,100 | $179,500 |
| Median household income | $39,187 | $63,072 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% | 3.6% |
| Housing score | 61 | 96 |
| Jobs score | 12 | 41 |
| Safety score | 9 | 18 |
| Climate score | 75 | 97 |
| Amenities score | 54 | 40 |
| Population | 367.5K | 396.5K |
| Summer high / winter low | 82° / 22° | 93° / 24° |
Fit scores use the reference profile (single, $6,700/mo gross, default weights). Green marks the better value per row.
Cleveland, OH
Wichita, KS