salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$2,018
$1,789
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,407
$1,484
💵 Families earn per year
$86,862
$76,564
🔑 Buying a house
$371,700
$374,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.9
102.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,619
$2,723
⚡ Electric bill per month
$203
$202
👥 People living there
411,986
545,970
Commute to work
23.6 min
22.4 min
College degree
23.6%
25.5%
Own their home
60.6%
50.1%
Below poverty line
16.3%
20.1%
Unemployment
7%
8.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Bakersfield for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Bakersfield | Fresno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $78,130 | $100,770 | +29% in Fresno |
| Physician Assistant | $198,070 | $155,440 | -22% in Fresno |
| Civil Engineer | $99,300 | $119,720 | +21% in Fresno |
| Warehouse Worker | $46,890 | $39,310 | -16% in Fresno |
| Dental Hygienist | $114,380 | $101,730 | -11% in Fresno |
| Market Research Analyst | $69,910 | $62,880 | -10% in Fresno |
| Firefighter | $72,410 | $79,160 | +9% in Fresno |
| Lawyer | $150,900 | $162,680 | +8% in Fresno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Bakersfield or Fresno cheaper to live in?
Bakersfield and Fresno cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Fresno to match $60,000 in Bakersfield?
About $60,756 a year gives the same standard of living in Fresno.
Where do people earn more, Bakersfield or Fresno?
The typical household earns $86,862 in Bakersfield and $76,564 in Fresno, 13% more in Bakersfield.