salaryArlington is 7% 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
$1,648
$2,334
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,799
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$110,892
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$586,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$4,801
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$147
👥 People living there
397,742
214,169
Commute to work
26.6 min
33.4 min
College degree
32.6%
21.4%
Own their home
54.3%
66.8%
Below poverty line
12.9%
9.9%
Unemployment
5.7%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Fontana for higher incomes, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Fontana cheaper to live in?
Arlington is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,648 a month there versus $2,334 in Fontana.
What salary do I need in Fontana to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $64,441 a year gives the same standard of living in Fontana.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Fontana?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $110,892 in Fontana, 27% more in Fontana.