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
$1,219
$1,242
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,149
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$66,244
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$188,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$1,578
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$135
👥 People living there
201,885
268,589
Commute to work
19.6 min
21.5 min
College degree
26.6%
29%
Own their home
59.7%
61.9%
Below poverty line
15.8%
16%
Unemployment
3.4%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Fort Wayne for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Fort Wayne | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $75,860 | +57% in Fort Wayne |
| Plumber | $55,970 | $77,110 | +38% in Fort Wayne |
| Electrician | $54,360 | $71,290 | +31% in Fort Wayne |
| Carpenter | $47,780 | $60,400 | +26% in Fort Wayne |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $28,650 | +26% in Fort Wayne |
| Operations Manager | $85,770 | $107,780 | +26% in Fort Wayne |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $60,830 | +22% in Fort Wayne |
| Medical Assistant | $37,170 | $45,220 | +22% in Fort Wayne |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Fort Wayne cheaper to live in?
Amarillo 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 Amarillo?
About $60,491 a year gives the same standard of living in Fort Wayne.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Fort Wayne?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $66,244 in Fort Wayne, 7% more in Amarillo.