salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in New Orleans to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$1,508
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,391
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$61,077
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$315,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$2,606
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$196
👥 People living there
268,589
371,853
Commute to work
21.5 min
22.6 min
College degree
29%
42.4%
Own their home
61.9%
51.2%
Below poverty line
16%
22.6%
Unemployment
5.6%
7.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick New Orleans for a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | New Orleans | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $75,860 | $37,250 | -51% in New Orleans |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $28,650 | $16,640 | -42% in New Orleans |
| Police Officer | $79,210 | $48,970 | -38% in New Orleans |
| Civil Engineer | $88,920 | $108,240 | +22% in New Orleans |
| Plumber | $77,110 | $62,450 | -19% in New Orleans |
| Medical Assistant | $45,220 | $36,780 | -19% in New Orleans |
| Carpenter | $60,400 | $50,130 | -17% in New Orleans |
| Pharmacist | $152,530 | $128,100 | -16% in New Orleans |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or New Orleans cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne and New Orleans cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in New Orleans to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $60,016 a year gives the same standard of living in New Orleans.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or New Orleans?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $61,077 in New Orleans, 8% more in Fort Wayne.
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