salaryFort Wayne is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Madison to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$1,723
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,628
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$84,177
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$372,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
97.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$6,541
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$120
👥 People living there
268,589
278,001
Commute to work
21.5 min
19.4 min
College degree
29%
59.9%
Own their home
61.9%
46%
Below poverty line
16%
16.4%
Unemployment
5.6%
2.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Madison for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $130,630 | +29% in Madison |
| Registered Nurse | $79,630 | $101,190 | +27% in Madison |
| Firefighter | $75,860 | $56,430 | -26% in Madison |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,210 | $45,260 | +22% in Madison |
| Operations Manager | $107,780 | $126,620 | +17% in Madison |
| Cashier | $29,590 | $34,550 | +17% in Madison |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,860 | $44,190 | +17% in Madison |
| Dental Hygienist | $86,120 | $100,340 | +17% in Madison |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Madison cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,242 a month there versus $1,723 in Madison.
What salary do I need in Madison to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $63,056 a year gives the same standard of living in Madison.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Madison?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $84,177 in Madison, 21% more in Madison.