Erie, Michigan vs. Fort Wayne, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Wayne, Indiana is 5.0% cheaper than Erie, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $47,524 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Erie, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Wayne, Indiana is cheaper than Erie, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
26% cheaper in Fort Wayne
than in Erie, Michigan
Erie, MI vs. Fort Wayne, IN
Compared to Erie, Fort Wayne is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.0% 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
  2.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.8% lower
  Commute
  26.2% lower
  Health
  13.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% lower

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