salaryFort Wayne is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Worcester to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$1,952
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$1,720
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$75,605
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$374,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
102.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$4,733
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$149
👥 People living there
268,589
207,055
Commute to work
21.5 min
24.1 min
College degree
29%
35.2%
Own their home
61.9%
42.8%
Below poverty line
16%
19.6%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Worcester for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fort Wayne | Worcester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $61,730 | $90,300 | +46% in Worcester |
| Software Developer | $101,560 | $146,950 | +45% in Worcester |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,800 | $82,810 | +38% in Worcester |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $90,300 | $119,260 | +32% in Worcester |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $28,650 | $36,840 | +29% in Worcester |
| Restaurant Cook | $34,490 | $44,250 | +28% in Worcester |
| Registered Nurse | $79,630 | $100,240 | +26% in Worcester |
| Accountant | $75,250 | $94,070 | +25% in Worcester |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Worcester cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,242 a month there versus $1,952 in Worcester.
What salary do I need in Worcester to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $66,450 a year gives the same standard of living in Worcester.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Worcester?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $75,605 in Worcester, 12% more in Worcester.