salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Memphis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$1,399
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,194
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$55,797
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$169,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
92.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$1,845
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$223
👥 People living there
268,589
618,980
Commute to work
21.5 min
21.1 min
College degree
29%
28%
Own their home
61.9%
44.9%
Below poverty line
16%
23.1%
Unemployment
5.6%
8.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Memphis for cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | Memphis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $77,110 | $58,690 | -24% in Memphis |
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $125,580 | +24% in Memphis |
| Firefighter | $75,860 | $62,910 | -17% in Memphis |
| Carpenter | $60,400 | $50,620 | -16% in Memphis |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,730 | $71,600 | +16% in Memphis |
| Electrician | $71,290 | $60,890 | -15% in Memphis |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $28,650 | $24,550 | -14% in Memphis |
| Medical Assistant | $45,220 | $39,260 | -13% in Memphis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Memphis cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne and Memphis cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Memphis to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $59,745 a year gives the same standard of living in Memphis.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Memphis?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $55,797 in Memphis, 19% more in Fort Wayne.