About 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
$1,516
$1,242
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,396
$1,149
💵 Families earn per year
$72,684
$66,244
🔑 Buying a house
$210,400
$188,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.7
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,387
$1,578
⚡ Electric bill per month
$198
$135
👥 People living there
317,419
268,589
Commute to work
21.3 min
21.5 min
College degree
24.4%
29%
Own their home
57.9%
61.9%
Below poverty line
17.1%
16%
Unemployment
5.1%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Corpus Christi for higher incomes, shorter commutes, lower unemployment.
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Corpus Christi | Fort Wayne | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $48,700 | $75,860 | +56% in Fort Wayne |
| Plumber | $59,390 | $77,110 | +30% in Fort Wayne |
| Carpenter | $47,200 | $60,400 | +28% in Fort Wayne |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,820 | $28,650 | +26% in Fort Wayne |
| Medical Assistant | $37,070 | $45,220 | +22% in Fort Wayne |
| Customer Service Representative | $37,070 | $45,200 | +22% in Fort Wayne |
| Truck Driver | $49,000 | $59,050 | +21% in Fort Wayne |
| Electrician | $59,410 | $71,290 | +20% in Fort Wayne |
Frequently asked questions
Is Corpus Christi or Fort Wayne cheaper to live in?
Corpus Christi 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 Corpus Christi?
About $59,936 a year gives the same standard of living in Fort Wayne.
Where do people earn more, Corpus Christi or Fort Wayne?
The typical household earns $72,684 in Corpus Christi and $66,244 in Fort Wayne, 10% more in Corpus Christi.
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