salaryAmarillo is 21% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Fontana to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$2,334
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,799
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$110,892
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$586,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$4,801
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$147
👥 People living there
201,885
214,169
Commute to work
19.6 min
33.4 min
College degree
26.6%
21.4%
Own their home
59.7%
66.8%
Below poverty line
15.8%
9.9%
Unemployment
3.4%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Fontana for higher incomes, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Fontana cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 21% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $2,334 in Fontana.
What salary do I need in Fontana to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $72,350 a year gives the same standard of living in Fontana.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Fontana?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $110,892 in Fontana, 36% more in Fontana.