salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Huntsville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$1,364
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,207
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$80,579
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$293,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
93.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$1,345
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$181
👥 People living there
268,589
222,791
Commute to work
21.5 min
19.7 min
College degree
29%
47.2%
Own their home
61.9%
58.3%
Below poverty line
16%
12.6%
Unemployment
5.6%
4.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Huntsville for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | Huntsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $75,860 | $48,010 | -37% in Huntsville |
| Dental Hygienist | $86,120 | $62,370 | -28% in Huntsville |
| Operations Manager | $107,780 | $136,340 | +26% in Huntsville |
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $128,080 | +26% in Huntsville |
| Plumber | $77,110 | $57,020 | -26% in Huntsville |
| Civil Engineer | $88,920 | $105,760 | +19% in Huntsville |
| Carpenter | $60,400 | $48,970 | -19% in Huntsville |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $90,300 | $107,350 | +19% in Huntsville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Huntsville cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne and Huntsville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Huntsville to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $60,324 a year gives the same standard of living in Huntsville.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Huntsville?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $80,579 in Huntsville, 18% more in Huntsville.