Looking for a fresh start in a new Wichita neighborhood that is actually affordable? Fortunately, there are some neighborhoods that still offer affordable cost of living. Listed below are the most affordable neighborhoods in Wichita for 2026, ranked by their cost of living index. The cost of living index includes various items such as: goods and services, groceries, utilities, real estate and rental rates. For reference, the national average for cost of living is 100.

Population 1,709
-17%
Cost of Living Index 76 vs 91
17% lower than Wichita
Population 1,577
-16%
Cost of Living Index 77 vs 91
16% lower than Wichita
Population 3,919
-13%
Cost of Living Index 79 vs 91
13% lower than Wichita
Population 2,490
-12%
Cost of Living Index 80 vs 91
12% lower than Wichita
Population 417
-12%
Cost of Living Index 80 vs 91
12% lower than Wichita
Population 152
-12%
Cost of Living Index 80 vs 91
12% lower than Wichita
Population 418
-12%
Cost of Living Index 81 vs 91
12% lower than Wichita
Population 1,657
-11%
Cost of Living Index 81 vs 91
11% lower than Wichita
Population 579
-10%
Cost of Living Index 82 vs 91
10% lower than Wichita
Population 5,806
-10%
Cost of Living Index 82 vs 91
10% lower than Wichita
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