salaryFort Wayne is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Plano to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$2,010
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$2,058
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$121,065
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$465,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$6,700
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$176
👥 People living there
268,589
290,594
Commute to work
21.5 min
25.4 min
College degree
29%
60.5%
Own their home
61.9%
56.9%
Below poverty line
16%
6.8%
Unemployment
5.6%
4%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analyst | $90,300 | $122,520 | +36% in Plano |
| Lawyer | $126,520 | $168,510 | +33% in Plano |
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $133,290 | +31% in Plano |
| Registered Nurse | $79,630 | $101,420 | +27% in Plano |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,730 | $75,240 | +22% in Plano |
| Plumber | $77,110 | $61,250 | -21% in Plano |
| Carpenter | $60,400 | $48,740 | -19% in Plano |
| Dental Hygienist | $86,120 | $101,870 | +18% in Plano |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Plano cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,242 a month there versus $2,010 in Plano.
What salary do I need in Plano to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $66,817 a year gives the same standard of living in Plano.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Plano?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $121,065 in Plano, 45% more in Plano.