salaryFort Wayne is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Spring Valley to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$1,889
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,783
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$80,360
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$433,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
100.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$2,149
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$139
👥 People living there
268,589
219,187
Commute to work
21.5 min
22.5 min
College degree
29%
31.4%
Own their home
61.9%
50.5%
Below poverty line
16%
12.2%
Unemployment
5.6%
7.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Spring Valley for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Spring Valley cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,242 a month there versus $1,889 in Spring Valley.
What salary do I need in Spring Valley to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $64,801 a year gives the same standard of living in Spring Valley.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Spring Valley?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $80,360 in Spring Valley, 18% more in Spring Valley.
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