salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Fort Wayne to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,242
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,149
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$66,244
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$188,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$1,578
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$135
👥 People living there
189,247
268,589
Commute to work
22.2 min
21.5 min
College degree
23.6%
29%
Own their home
50.7%
61.9%
Below poverty line
23.3%
16%
Unemployment
7.8%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Fort Wayne for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Fort Wayne | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $61,140 | $75,860 | +24% in Fort Wayne |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $59,800 | -24% in Fort Wayne |
| Plumber | $63,450 | $77,110 | +22% in Fort Wayne |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,150 | $28,650 | -21% in Fort Wayne |
| Pharmacist | $137,730 | $152,530 | +11% in Fort Wayne |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $101,040 | $90,300 | -11% in Fort Wayne |
| Operations Manager | $98,340 | $107,780 | +10% in Fort Wayne |
| Electrician | $77,360 | $71,290 | -8% in Fort Wayne |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Fort Wayne cheaper to live in?
Akron and Fort Wayne cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Fort Wayne to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $59,487 a year gives the same standard of living in Fort Wayne.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Fort Wayne?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $66,244 in Fort Wayne, 22% more in Fort Wayne.