salaryFort Wayne is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Garland to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$1,813
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,752
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$82,311
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$270,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
97.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$4,263
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$194
👥 People living there
268,589
246,844
Commute to work
21.5 min
29.7 min
College degree
29%
25.4%
Own their home
61.9%
61.6%
Below poverty line
16%
13%
Unemployment
5.6%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Garland for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Garland cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,242 a month there versus $1,813 in Garland.
What salary do I need in Garland to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $62,907 a year gives the same standard of living in Garland.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Garland?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $82,311 in Garland, 20% more in Garland.