Called by the nickname, the “Air Capital of the World,” Wichita, KS, has become a destination for many people moving to the Midwestern. There are countless things to do in the city whether you explore the Old Town District, see the Keeper of the Plains statue, tour the Wichita Art Museum or the Kansas Aviation Museum, and visit the Sedgwick County Zoo.
No wonder 395,700 people are living in Wichita. As more people move to Wichita, it’s important to keep in mind that the median home sale price is $180,100, the average sale price per square foot is $107. For renters, expect the average rent price for a 2-bedroom apartment in Wichita to be $945.
But maybe Wichita’s city life isn’t for you. We’ve collected 7 of the best Wichita suburbs to consider moving to. And they’re all less than 20 minutes away from the city center. No matter where you move, you’ll still be close enough to Wichita to explore all the city. Let’s jump in.
#1: Haysville
Median home price: $171,250
Average sale price per square foot: $115
Average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment: $545
Driving distance from Wichita: 20 minutes
Haysville, KS homes for sale
Haysville, KS apartments for rent
With a median home sale price of $171,250, Haysville is the first Wichita suburb on our list. Just about a 20-minute drive away from Wichita, you won’t miss out on what the city has to offer. If you’re considering moving to this area make sure to visit Riggs Park
#2: Valley Center
Median home price: $196,250
Average sale price per square foot: $116
Driving distance from Wichita: 20 minutes
Valley Center, KS homes for sale
Valley Center, KS apartments for rent
Valley Center is the second suburb of Wichita on our list. Only 20 minutes from the city center you can see all the animals at the Sedgwick County Zoo in just a quick drive. When living in this suburb of 7,300 people, you can also spend time exploring the charming downtown.
#3: Park City
Median home price: $227,500
Average sale price per square foot: $122
Driving distance from Wichita: 15 minutes
Park City, KS homes for sale
Park City, KS apartments for rent
Drive just 15 minutes away from Wichita and you’ll reach Park City, another great suburb. There’s plenty of charming and outdoorsy activities to take part in when living in Park City. If you find yourself moving here, make sure to check out Hartman Arena for a concert or game.
#4: Goddard
Median home price: $269,250
Average sale price per square foot: $152
Driving distance from Wichita: 20 minutes
Goddard, KS homes for sale
Goddard, KS apartments for rent
Only slightly more expensive than Park City is the suburb of Goddard. There are several top attractions you may want to check out in Wichita suburb, like exploring the Tanganyika Wildlife Park.
#5: Derby
Median home price: $275,000
Average sale price per square foot: $123
Driving distance from Wichita: 20 minutes
Derby, KS homes for sale
Derby, KS apartments for rent
20 minutes away from downtown Wichita is Derby, another great suburb to consider moving to. With 25,600 residents, moving to this suburb can keep you close enough to Wichita, without paying the premium for a home there. Living in Derby, you can visit Rock River Rapids Aquatic Park during the summer season, check out Field Station: Dinosaurs, and spend an afternoon at one of the many parks.
#6: Andover
Median home price: $315,000
Average sale price per square foot: $130
Driving distance from Wichita: 20 minutes
Andover, KS homes for sale
Andover, KS apartments for rent
Another well-known Wichita suburb is Andover, where the median home sale price is $315,000. Home to roughly 14,900 people, Andover is a great suburb to consider moving to. You’ll have easy access to what makes this suburb unique, like playing a round of golf at Terradyne Country Club and having a picnic at Andover Central Park.
#7: Maize
Median home price: $386,950
Average sale price per square foot: $151
Driving distance from Wichita: 20 minutes
Maize, KS homes for sale
Maize, KS apartments for rent
Rounding out our list of Wichita suburbs is none other than Maize. With a population of close to 5,700, living in Maize is a great alternative to Wichita’s hustle and bustle. Don’t miss out on watching a car race at Kansas International Dragway once living in this suburb.
Methodology: Whether a suburb was under a 20-minute drive from downtown Wichita. Median home sale price data from the Redfin Data Center during March 2023. Average rental data from Rent.com March 2023. Population data sourced from the United States Census Bureau.
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