Austin, Texas vs. Fort Wayne, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Wayne, Indiana is 37.7% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $62,287 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Wayne, Indiana is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Fort Wayne
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Fort Wayne, IN
Compared to Austin, Fort Wayne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.5% lower
  Commute
  25.8% lower
  Health
  4.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% lower