salaryFort Wayne is 10% cheaperBased 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
$1,648
$1,242
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,149
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$66,244
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$188,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$1,578
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$135
👥 People living there
397,742
268,589
Commute to work
26.6 min
21.5 min
College degree
32.6%
29%
Own their home
54.3%
61.9%
Below poverty line
12.9%
16%
Unemployment
5.7%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Fort Wayne | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $90,300 | -26% in Fort Wayne |
| Plumber | $61,250 | $77,110 | +26% in Fort Wayne |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $126,520 | -25% in Fort Wayne |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $60,400 | +24% in Fort Wayne |
| Software Developer | $133,290 | $101,560 | -24% in Fort Wayne |
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | $79,630 | -21% in Fort Wayne |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $71,290 | +21% in Fort Wayne |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $28,650 | +19% in Fort Wayne |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Fort Wayne cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,242 a month there versus $1,648 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Fort Wayne to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $53,878 a year gives the same standard of living in Fort Wayne.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Fort Wayne?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $66,244 in Fort Wayne, 22% more in Arlington.