salaryFort Wayne is 5% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tucson to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$1,358
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,285
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$61,553
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$266,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
96.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$1,786
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$143
👥 People living there
268,589
547,073
Commute to work
21.5 min
21.9 min
College degree
29%
31.1%
Own their home
61.9%
51.8%
Below poverty line
16%
18.9%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Tucson for a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $75,860 | $47,960 | -37% in Tucson |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $28,650 | $36,490 | +27% in Tucson |
| Plumber | $77,110 | $59,070 | -23% in Tucson |
| Operations Manager | $107,780 | $83,610 | -22% in Tucson |
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $123,710 | +22% in Tucson |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,800 | $47,220 | -21% in Tucson |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,640 | $75,940 | +19% in Tucson |
| Carpenter | $60,400 | $49,110 | -19% in Tucson |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Tucson cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,242 a month there versus $1,358 in Tucson.
What salary do I need in Tucson to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $62,803 a year gives the same standard of living in Tucson.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Tucson?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $61,553 in Tucson, 8% more in Fort Wayne.