The population of Wichita, KS was estimated to be 402,000 in 2022. The median age of the Wichita population is 35.3.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Wichita, KS is about 18% lower than the national average. The median household income in Wichita is $53,466.
Wichita, KS Education
High School Graduate: 30%
Some College: 26%
Associates Degree: 9%
Bachelor's or Higher Degree: 35%
Workforce Participation Rates by Education
Less than High School: 68%
High School Graduate: 76%
Some College: 82%
Bachelor's Degree or Greater: 86%
Unemployment Rate by Education
Less than High School: 8%
High School Graduate: 6%
Some College: 5%
Bachelor's Degree or Greater: 2%
Estimated education data based on residents over 25 years old in Wichita, KS. Employment data based on residents age 25-64.
County: Sedgwick
Wichita Job Market
Wichita is the largest city in Kansas, but it still has a suburban feel with around 400,000 residents. It is densely populated and easy to get around, with a highly walkable downtown area less than ten minutes from the airport. Between 2020 and 2021, the city grew and the job market in Wichita in all industries expanded (except for finance, which remained stagnant). The top industries in Wichita include Manufacturing, Utilities, Education, and Health Services. The labor demand in the Leisure and Hospitality industry grows significantly during the summer months. People like working in Wichita because of the vibrant arts and dining scene, free downtown public transportation, and growing industry and small businesses. Overall, average weekly wages for all occupations and cost of living are lower in Wichita than in the rest of the US.