salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Omaha to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$1,448
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,367
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$78,947
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$245,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
91.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$4,128
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$131
👥 People living there
268,589
488,837
Commute to work
21.5 min
19.6 min
College degree
29%
40.1%
Own their home
61.9%
57.4%
Below poverty line
16%
13.5%
Unemployment
5.6%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Omaha for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | Omaha | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $125,220 | +23% in Omaha |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $28,650 | $34,290 | +20% in Omaha |
| Firefighter | $75,860 | $61,040 | -20% in Omaha |
| Plumber | $77,110 | $63,400 | -18% in Omaha |
| Operations Manager | $107,780 | $90,620 | -16% in Omaha |
| Civil Engineer | $88,920 | $102,020 | +15% in Omaha |
| Carpenter | $60,400 | $52,800 | -13% in Omaha |
| Electrician | $71,290 | $62,440 | -12% in Omaha |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Omaha cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne and Omaha cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Omaha to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $59,572 a year gives the same standard of living in Omaha.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Omaha?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $78,947 in Omaha, 16% more in Omaha.