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
$1,619
$1,789
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,484
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$76,564
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$374,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
102.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$2,723
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$202
👥 People living there
573,243
545,970
Commute to work
29.1 min
22.4 min
College degree
36.1%
25.5%
Own their home
47.5%
50.1%
Below poverty line
19.7%
20.1%
Unemployment
6.5%
8.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Fresno for higher incomes, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Fresno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $100,770 | +32% in Fresno |
| Nurse Practitioner | $131,990 | $166,570 | +26% in Fresno |
| Registered Nurse | $99,550 | $125,420 | +26% in Fresno |
| Lawyer | $132,400 | $162,680 | +23% in Fresno |
| Pharmacist | $138,110 | $169,160 | +22% in Fresno |
| Civil Engineer | $100,500 | $119,720 | +19% in Fresno |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,620 | $62,880 | -16% in Fresno |
| Operations Manager | $117,040 | $101,010 | -14% in Fresno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Fresno cheaper to live in?
Baltimore 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 Baltimore?
About $58,663 a year gives the same standard of living in Fresno.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Fresno?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $76,564 in Fresno, 12% more in Fresno.