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
$1,291
$1,242
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,126
$1,149
💵 Families earn per year
$49,666
$66,244
🔑 Buying a house
$158,800
$188,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$997
$1,578
⚡ Electric bill per month
$175
$135
👥 People living there
198,173
268,589
Commute to work
20.8 min
21.5 min
College degree
31.1%
29%
Own their home
45.5%
61.9%
Below poverty line
24.7%
16%
Unemployment
5.8%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Birmingham for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 1 more.
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, higher incomes, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Birmingham | Fort Wayne | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $51,050 | $75,860 | +49% in Fort Wayne |
| Dental Hygienist | $61,730 | $86,120 | +40% in Fort Wayne |
| Police Officer | $60,590 | $79,210 | +31% in Fort Wayne |
| Plumber | $60,090 | $77,110 | +28% in Fort Wayne |
| Electrician | $56,630 | $71,290 | +26% in Fort Wayne |
| Lawyer | $170,230 | $126,520 | -26% in Fort Wayne |
| HVAC Technician | $48,740 | $60,830 | +25% in Fort Wayne |
| Physician Assistant | $105,440 | $131,400 | +25% in Fort Wayne |
Frequently asked questions
Is Birmingham or Fort Wayne cheaper to live in?
Birmingham 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 Birmingham?
About $60,608 a year gives the same standard of living in Fort Wayne.
Where do people earn more, Birmingham or Fort Wayne?
The typical household earns $49,666 in Birmingham and $66,244 in Fort Wayne, 25% more in Fort Wayne.