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
$2,087
$1,789
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,000
$1,484
💵 Families earn per year
$95,305
$76,564
🔑 Buying a house
$469,100
$374,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.8
102.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,457
$2,723
⚡ Electric bill per month
$141
$202
👥 People living there
394,432
545,970
Commute to work
28.6 min
22.4 min
College degree
33.6%
25.5%
Own their home
62.4%
50.1%
Below poverty line
11.9%
20.1%
Unemployment
5.9%
8.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Aurora 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 | Aurora | Fresno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $99,040 | $62,880 | -37% in Fresno |
| Operations Manager | $142,330 | $101,010 | -29% in Fresno |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,040 | $166,570 | +24% in Fresno |
| Registered Nurse | $101,130 | $125,420 | +24% in Fresno |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,880 | $98,900 | -23% in Fresno |
| Accountant | $100,020 | $78,690 | -21% in Fresno |
| Physician Assistant | $134,540 | $155,440 | +16% in Fresno |
| Warehouse Worker | $46,290 | $39,310 | -15% in Fresno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Aurora or Fresno cheaper to live in?
Fresno is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,789 a month there versus $2,087 in Aurora.
What salary do I need in Fresno to match $60,000 in Aurora?
About $57,944 a year gives the same standard of living in Fresno.
Where do people earn more, Aurora or Fresno?
The typical household earns $95,305 in Aurora and $76,564 in Fresno, 24% more in Aurora.