Fort Wayne, Indiana vs. Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is 5.1% more expensive than Fort Wayne, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $31,526 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Milwaukee, Wisconsin is more expensive than Fort Wayne, Indiana
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
44% more expensive in Milwaukee
than in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Fort Wayne, IN vs. Milwaukee, WI
Compared to Fort Wayne, Milwaukee is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.1% higher
      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
  1.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  8.9% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.6% higher
  Commute
  25.3% higher
  Health
  3.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.2% higher