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
$2,339
$1,789
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,738
$1,484
💵 Families earn per year
$84,235
$76,564
🔑 Buying a house
$373,500
$374,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.3
102.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,176
$2,723
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$202
👥 People living there
215,536
545,970
Commute to work
29.9 min
22.4 min
College degree
26.9%
25.5%
Own their home
77.2%
50.1%
Below poverty line
10.7%
20.1%
Unemployment
3.8%
8.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Cape Coral for higher incomes, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cape Coral | Fresno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $125,420 | +51% in Fresno |
| Civil Engineer | $84,990 | $119,720 | +41% in Fresno |
| Firefighter | $60,000 | $79,160 | +32% in Fresno |
| Police Officer | $76,710 | $100,770 | +31% in Fresno |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,470 | $78,800 | +30% in Fresno |
| Carpenter | $49,210 | $63,470 | +29% in Fresno |
| Nurse Practitioner | $129,670 | $166,570 | +28% in Fresno |
| Lawyer | $129,450 | $162,680 | +26% in Fresno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cape Coral or Fresno cheaper to live in?
Cape Coral 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 Cape Coral?
About $59,888 a year gives the same standard of living in Fresno.
Where do people earn more, Cape Coral or Fresno?
The typical household earns $84,235 in Cape Coral and $76,564 in Fresno, 10% more in Cape Coral.