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
$1,277
$1,242
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,056
$1,149
💵 Families earn per year
$44,004
$66,244
🔑 Buying a house
$102,000
$188,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.9
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,759
$1,578
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$135
👥 People living there
366,097
268,589
Commute to work
22.5 min
21.5 min
College degree
22.4%
29%
Own their home
41.7%
61.9%
Below poverty line
30.6%
16%
Unemployment
10.8%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Cleveland for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cleveland | Fort Wayne | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $63,020 | $77,110 | +22% in Fort Wayne |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,470 | $59,800 | -22% in Fort Wayne |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,260 | $28,650 | -21% in Fort Wayne |
| Firefighter | $62,720 | $75,860 | +21% in Fort Wayne |
| Market Research Analyst | $71,350 | $61,730 | -13% in Fort Wayne |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $101,540 | $90,300 | -11% in Fort Wayne |
| Operations Manager | $97,750 | $107,780 | +10% in Fort Wayne |
| Software Developer | $111,310 | $101,560 | -9% in Fort Wayne |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cleveland or Fort Wayne cheaper to live in?
Cleveland 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 Cleveland?
About $59,137 a year gives the same standard of living in Fort Wayne.
Where do people earn more, Cleveland or Fort Wayne?
The typical household earns $44,004 in Cleveland and $66,244 in Fort Wayne, 34% more in Fort Wayne.