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Wichita Kansas

Wichita is the largest city in Kansas. It was ranked 9th on Money magazine’s list of the 10 best U.S. big cities in which to live in 2006, and in 2008, MSN Real Estate ranked Wichita 1st on its list of most affordable cities. Population: As of the 2010 census, the city population was 382,368.

Climate: Without the moderating influence of mountains or oceans, Wichita has hot, humid summers and cold, dry winters. It receives 30.38 inches of rainfall annually. Snowfall is 15 inches per year.

Cost of living: http://www.areavibes.com states that the cost of living in Wichita is equal to the Kansas average, and 9% less than the national average.

Housing costs: The median home value in Wichita, KS, is $106,300, 35.9% less than the national average.

Colleges and Universities: Wichita State University http://www.wichita.edu/ offers a range of noncredit professional development and personal interest classes that may be of interest to retirees.

Transportation:Wichita's Mid-Continent Airport http://www.flywichita.com/ has nonstop air service from 12 cities in the United States on seven major airlines. City bus service is provided by Wichita Transit, and The Q-Line is a free trolley shuttle service operating during peak evening hours to connect folks to restaurants, bars, hotels and performance venues throughout downtown.

Travel and tourism: Wichita describes itself as having big-city amenities with Midwestern prices for entertainment and activities, so there should be plenty of options for fun things to do in retirement here. http://www.gowichita.com/ is the CVB site to visit for activities, dining, and cultural events.

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