salaryAlbuquerque is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Fresno to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,401
$1,789
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,284
$1,484
💵 Families earn per year
$73,680
$76,564
🔑 Buying a house
$291,500
$374,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
102.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,678
$2,723
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$202
👥 People living there
562,218
545,970
Commute to work
22.4 min
22.4 min
College degree
39.2%
25.5%
Own their home
61.8%
50.1%
Below poverty line
15.5%
20.1%
Unemployment
5.4%
8.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Albuquerque for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Fresno for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Albuquerque | Fresno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $42,420 | $79,160 | +87% in Fresno |
| Lawyer | $114,610 | $162,680 | +42% in Fresno |
| Police Officer | $73,380 | $100,770 | +37% in Fresno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $57,370 | $75,580 | +32% in Fresno |
| Registered Nurse | $96,040 | $125,420 | +31% in Fresno |
| Electrician | $59,120 | $71,710 | +21% in Fresno |
| Medical Assistant | $39,200 | $46,500 | +19% in Fresno |
| Nurse Practitioner | $140,950 | $166,570 | +18% in Fresno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Albuquerque or Fresno cheaper to live in?
Albuquerque is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,401 a month there versus $1,789 in Fresno.
What salary do I need in Fresno to match $60,000 in Albuquerque?
About $64,152 a year gives the same standard of living in Fresno.
Where do people earn more, Albuquerque or Fresno?
The typical household earns $73,680 in Albuquerque and $76,564 in Fresno, 4% more in Fresno.