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DES MOINES vs. FORT WAYNE
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Cost of Living Calculator - Des Moines, Iowa vs Fort Wayne, Indiana

The cost of living in Fort Wayne, Indiana is 2.4% more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $76,812 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Iowa.

Comparison highlights

• Overall, Fort Wayne, Indiana is more expensive than Des Moines, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.

Median Home Cost
12% more expensive in Fort Wayne
than in Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines, IA vs Fort Wayne, IN

Compared to Des Moines, Fort Wayne is:

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2.4% higher

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4.8% lower

Housing (Homeowner)

4.1% lower

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Utilities

1.2% higher

Commute

9.1% higher

Health

5.6% lower

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Personal

5.9% higher

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