Wichita, also known as the Air Capital of the World, is the largest city in the state of Kansas. Kansas City as a whole is larger, but it is split between 2 states. Wichita is a major aircraftt manufacturing hub (the city is home to six major aircraft manufacturing companies) and cultural center as well. In July of 2006, CNN/Money and Money magazine ranked Wichita ninth on its list of the 10 best big cities to live in the United States. The city is home to six major aircraft manufacturing companies. The 51st largest city in the US, we have a Population of around 360K, but the Metro area takes us up to almost 600K.
While housing here is very affordable compared to most of the country, so is land. Most small lots start in the 65-70' wide by 120-130' deep range. Many mid priced houses will have 80-90 foot wide lots. We also use an abundance of hardwoods in the trim of our homes. Whereas Texas, KC, Vegas and more will use white painted trim, we use Oak, Mahoganoy, Pine, just about any wood you can imagine. 90% (or better) of our homes have basements. Concrete poured. Most newer homes have Viewout basements, with windows at the rear of the homes at ground level. Basements are often finished when the home is purchased, or within a couple of years after move in. So a 1500 sq ft main level home will have 2800 or so living area. Keep this in mind when looking at home over the internet.
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