salaryFort Wayne is 13% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Paul to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$1,443
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,553
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$79,155
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$294,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$3,822
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$143
👥 People living there
268,589
307,284
Commute to work
21.5 min
21.1 min
College degree
29%
43.8%
Own their home
61.9%
52.9%
Below poverty line
16%
15.6%
Unemployment
5.6%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick St. Paul for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | St. Paul | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $61,730 | $97,910 | +59% in St. Paul |
| Firefighter | $75,860 | $39,350 | -48% in St. Paul |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,800 | $79,730 | +33% in St. Paul |
| Plumber | $77,110 | $101,630 | +32% in St. Paul |
| Dental Hygienist | $86,120 | $112,630 | +31% in St. Paul |
| Registered Nurse | $79,630 | $103,040 | +29% in St. Paul |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,210 | $48,020 | +29% in St. Paul |
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $130,920 | +29% in St. Paul |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or St. Paul cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,242 a month there versus $1,443 in St. Paul.
What salary do I need in St. Paul to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $67,940 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Paul.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or St. Paul?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $79,155 in St. Paul, 16% more in St. Paul.