Fort Wayne, Indiana vs. Athens, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Ohio is 1.5% cheaper than Fort Wayne, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $73,883 in Athens, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Ohio is cheaper than Fort Wayne, Indiana
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
26% cheaper in Athens
than in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Fort Wayne, IN vs. Athens, OH
Compared to Fort Wayne, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.5% 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
  13.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.5% higher
  Commute
  27.0% lower
  Health
  7.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.5% lower