salaryFresno is 6% 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
$2,666
$1,789
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,484
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$76,564
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$374,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
102.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$2,723
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$202
👥 People living there
236,254
545,970
Commute to work
26.2 min
22.4 min
College degree
77.1%
25.5%
Own their home
41.3%
50.1%
Below poverty line
7.4%
20.1%
Unemployment
3.3%
8.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Fresno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $101,010 | -35% in Fresno |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $62,880 | -28% in Fresno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $34,320 | -25% in Fresno |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,840 | $166,570 | +24% in Fresno |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $78,690 | -23% in Fresno |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $98,900 | -22% in Fresno |
| Registered Nurse | $102,710 | $125,420 | +22% in Fresno |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $100,770 | +20% in Fresno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Fresno cheaper to live in?
Fresno is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,789 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Fresno to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $56,294 a year gives the same standard of living in Fresno.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Fresno?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $76,564 in Fresno, 100% more in Arlington.