salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Antonio to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$1,463
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,457
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$70,163
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$235,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
94.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$4,122
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$179
👥 People living there
268,589
1,479,835
Commute to work
21.5 min
24.5 min
College degree
29%
29%
Own their home
61.9%
52.2%
Below poverty line
16%
17.1%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick San Antonio for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | San Antonio | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $128,430 | +26% in San Antonio |
| Plumber | $77,110 | $58,180 | -25% in San Antonio |
| Electrician | $71,290 | $57,010 | -20% in San Antonio |
| Carpenter | $60,400 | $48,900 | -19% in San Antonio |
| Registered Nurse | $79,630 | $94,370 | +19% in San Antonio |
| Firefighter | $75,860 | $63,360 | -16% in San Antonio |
| Dental Hygienist | $86,120 | $98,480 | +14% in San Antonio |
| Medical Assistant | $45,220 | $39,180 | -13% in San Antonio |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or San Antonio cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne and San Antonio cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in San Antonio to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $61,390 a year gives the same standard of living in San Antonio.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or San Antonio?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $70,163 in San Antonio, 6% more in San Antonio.
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