salaryFort Wayne is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Henderson to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$2,044
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,857
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$97,214
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$484,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$2,520
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$151
👥 People living there
268,589
332,141
Commute to work
21.5 min
24.3 min
College degree
29%
37.4%
Own their home
61.9%
66.1%
Below poverty line
16%
9%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Henderson for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | Henderson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $79,630 | $103,940 | +31% in Henderson |
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $129,940 | +28% in Henderson |
| Dental Hygienist | $86,120 | $109,210 | +27% in Henderson |
| Plumber | $77,110 | $59,700 | -23% in Henderson |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,210 | $45,350 | +22% in Henderson |
| Firefighter | $75,860 | $59,280 | -22% in Henderson |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,730 | $74,670 | +21% in Henderson |
| Civil Engineer | $88,920 | $106,110 | +19% in Henderson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Henderson cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,242 a month there versus $2,044 in Henderson.
What salary do I need in Henderson to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $64,954 a year gives the same standard of living in Henderson.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Henderson?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $97,214 in Henderson, 32% more in Henderson.