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
$1,458
$1,242
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,149
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$66,244
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$188,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$1,578
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$135
👥 People living there
201,528
268,589
Commute to work
21.1 min
21.5 min
College degree
24.7%
29%
Own their home
50.8%
61.9%
Below poverty line
20.1%
16%
Unemployment
8.6%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, higher incomes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Fort Wayne | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $75,860 | +60% in Fort Wayne |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $28,650 | +56% in Fort Wayne |
| Plumber | $54,690 | $77,110 | +41% in Fort Wayne |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $79,210 | +36% in Fort Wayne |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $60,830 | +24% in Fort Wayne |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $59,050 | +23% in Fort Wayne |
| Electrician | $59,660 | $71,290 | +19% in Fort Wayne |
| Medical Assistant | $38,470 | $45,220 | +18% in Fort Wayne |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Fort Wayne cheaper to live in?
Augusta 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 Augusta?
About $60,437 a year gives the same standard of living in Fort Wayne.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Fort Wayne?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $66,244 in Fort Wayne, 10% more in Fort Wayne.