salaryFort Wayne is 15% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Sacramento to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$2,152
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,950
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$94,176
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$506,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
106.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$3,842
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$127
👥 People living there
268,589
528,706
Commute to work
21.5 min
25.3 min
College degree
29%
37.1%
Own their home
61.9%
51.7%
Below poverty line
16%
13.9%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Sacramento for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | Sacramento | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $79,630 | $171,460 | +115% in Sacramento |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,800 | $103,390 | +73% in Sacramento |
| Civil Engineer | $88,920 | $130,150 | +46% in Sacramento |
| Dental Hygienist | $86,120 | $122,540 | +42% in Sacramento |
| Lawyer | $126,520 | $178,540 | +41% in Sacramento |
| Police Officer | $79,210 | $111,460 | +41% in Sacramento |
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $139,640 | +37% in Sacramento |
| Medical Assistant | $45,220 | $61,970 | +37% in Sacramento |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Sacramento cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,242 a month there versus $2,152 in Sacramento.
What salary do I need in Sacramento to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $69,138 a year gives the same standard of living in Sacramento.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Sacramento?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $94,176 in Sacramento, 30% more in Sacramento.