salaryFort Wayne is 17% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Yonkers to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,242
$2,436
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,149
$2,060
💵 Families earn per year
$66,244
$90,108
🔑 Buying a house
$188,900
$501,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.6
107.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,578
$9,676
⚡ Electric bill per month
$135
$157
👥 People living there
268,589
209,978
Commute to work
21.5 min
35.6 min
College degree
29%
35.7%
Own their home
61.9%
46.2%
Below poverty line
16%
13.8%
Unemployment
5.6%
7.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Fort Wayne for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Yonkers for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fort Wayne or Yonkers cheaper to live in?
Fort Wayne is about 17% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,242 a month there versus $2,436 in Yonkers.
What salary do I need in Yonkers to match $60,000 in Fort Wayne?
About $69,948 a year gives the same standard of living in Yonkers.
Where do people earn more, Fort Wayne or Yonkers?
The typical household earns $66,244 in Fort Wayne and $90,108 in Yonkers, 26% more in Yonkers.