salaryFresno is 3% 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
$1,651
$1,789
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$1,484
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$76,564
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$374,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
102.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$2,723
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$202
👥 People living there
288,976
545,970
Commute to work
18.8 min
22.4 min
College degree
38.7%
25.5%
Own their home
63.9%
50.1%
Below poverty line
8.9%
20.1%
Unemployment
4.6%
8.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Fresno for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anchorage | Fresno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,080 | $34,320 | +32% in Fresno |
| Plumber | $93,600 | $64,400 | -31% in Fresno |
| HVAC Technician | $85,620 | $62,580 | -27% in Fresno |
| Software Developer | $104,030 | $129,060 | +24% in Fresno |
| Dental Hygienist | $132,740 | $101,730 | -23% in Fresno |
| Firefighter | $64,810 | $79,160 | +22% in Fresno |
| Operations Manager | $120,030 | $101,010 | -16% in Fresno |
| Truck Driver | $66,190 | $55,740 | -16% in Fresno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or Fresno cheaper to live in?
Fresno is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,789 a month there versus $1,651 in Anchorage.
What salary do I need in Fresno to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $58,143 a year gives the same standard of living in Fresno.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or Fresno?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $76,564 in Fresno, 45% more in Anchorage.