salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Pittsburgh to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$1,621
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,484
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$70,903
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$205,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
94.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$1,822
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$114
👥 People living there
268,589
304,759
Commute to work
21.5 min
22.7 min
College degree
29%
49.1%
Own their home
61.9%
47.7%
Below poverty line
16%
20.1%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Pittsburgh for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | Pittsburgh | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,800 | $76,550 | +28% in Pittsburgh |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $28,650 | $35,470 | +24% in Pittsburgh |
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $124,500 | +23% in Pittsburgh |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,210 | $43,080 | +16% in Pittsburgh |
| Civil Engineer | $88,920 | $100,680 | +13% in Pittsburgh |
| Pharmacist | $152,530 | $134,180 | -12% in Pittsburgh |
| Dental Hygienist | $86,120 | $75,960 | -12% in Pittsburgh |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,860 | $41,830 | +10% in Pittsburgh |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Pittsburgh cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne and Pittsburgh cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Pittsburgh to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $61,360 a year gives the same standard of living in Pittsburgh.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Pittsburgh?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $70,903 in Pittsburgh, 7% more in Pittsburgh.