salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Knoxville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$1,544
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,305
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$58,281
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$239,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$1,527
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$180
👥 People living there
268,589
195,185
Commute to work
21.5 min
20.2 min
College degree
29%
34.6%
Own their home
61.9%
46.6%
Below poverty line
16%
20.2%
Unemployment
5.6%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Knoxville for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | Knoxville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $75,860 | $47,160 | -38% in Knoxville |
| Police Officer | $79,210 | $56,380 | -29% in Knoxville |
| Plumber | $77,110 | $59,860 | -22% in Knoxville |
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $121,750 | +20% in Knoxville |
| Physician Assistant | $131,400 | $107,980 | -18% in Knoxville |
| Electrician | $71,290 | $58,640 | -18% in Knoxville |
| Carpenter | $60,400 | $50,400 | -17% in Knoxville |
| Customer Service Representative | $45,200 | $38,840 | -14% in Knoxville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Knoxville cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne and Knoxville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Knoxville to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $59,998 a year gives the same standard of living in Knoxville.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Knoxville?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $58,281 in Knoxville, 14% more in Fort Wayne.