salaryFort Wayne is 7% 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
$1,887
$1,242
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,778
$1,149
💵 Families earn per year
$100,983
$66,244
🔑 Buying a house
$274,800
$188,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.0
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,263
$1,578
⚡ Electric bill per month
$117
$135
👥 People living there
179,898
268,589
Commute to work
27.2 min
21.5 min
College degree
38.5%
29%
Own their home
66.4%
61.9%
Below poverty line
9.5%
16%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Fort Wayne cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,242 a month there versus $1,887 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in Fort Wayne to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $55,567 a year gives the same standard of living in Fort Wayne.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Fort Wayne?
The typical household earns $100,983 in Aurora and $66,244 in Fort Wayne, 52% more in Aurora.