salaryFort Wayne is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Riverside to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$2,420
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$2,020
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$98,192
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$584,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$3,428
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$163
👥 People living there
268,589
319,069
Commute to work
21.5 min
31.3 min
College degree
29%
25.7%
Own their home
61.9%
56.8%
Below poverty line
16%
12.2%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Riverside for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | Riverside | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $79,630 | $133,940 | +68% in Riverside |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,800 | $98,520 | +65% in Riverside |
| Nurse Practitioner | $127,050 | $169,920 | +34% in Riverside |
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $133,270 | +31% in Riverside |
| Civil Engineer | $88,920 | $115,120 | +29% in Riverside |
| Police Officer | $79,210 | $101,870 | +29% in Riverside |
| Physician Assistant | $131,400 | $165,490 | +26% in Riverside |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,210 | $46,430 | +25% in Riverside |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Riverside cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,242 a month there versus $2,420 in Riverside.
What salary do I need in Riverside to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $68,990 a year gives the same standard of living in Riverside.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Riverside?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $98,192 in Riverside, 33% more in Riverside.