salaryFort Wayne is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Ontario to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$2,618
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$2,120
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$95,923
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$607,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$3,638
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$134
👥 People living there
268,589
180,547
Commute to work
21.5 min
31.5 min
College degree
29%
22.5%
Own their home
61.9%
58%
Below poverty line
16%
12.4%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Ontario for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | Ontario | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $79,630 | $133,940 | +68% in Ontario |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,800 | $98,520 | +65% in Ontario |
| Nurse Practitioner | $127,050 | $169,920 | +34% in Ontario |
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $133,270 | +31% in Ontario |
| Civil Engineer | $88,920 | $115,120 | +29% in Ontario |
| Police Officer | $79,210 | $101,870 | +29% in Ontario |
| Physician Assistant | $131,400 | $165,490 | +26% in Ontario |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,210 | $46,430 | +25% in Ontario |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Ontario cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,242 a month there versus $2,618 in Ontario.
What salary do I need in Ontario to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $68,990 a year gives the same standard of living in Ontario.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Ontario?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $95,923 in Ontario, 31% more in Ontario.