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
$2,070
$1,789
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,967
$1,484
💵 Families earn per year
$116,580
$76,564
🔑 Buying a house
$507,800
$374,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
102.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,258
$2,723
⚡ Electric bill per month
$177
$202
👥 People living there
280,136
545,970
Commute to work
23.9 min
22.4 min
College degree
47.7%
25.5%
Own their home
65%
50.1%
Below poverty line
7.9%
20.1%
Unemployment
3.6%
8.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Chandler 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 | Chandler | Fresno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,180 | $78,800 | +33% in Fresno |
| Civil Engineer | $90,330 | $119,720 | +33% in Fresno |
| Firefighter | $61,780 | $79,160 | +28% in Fresno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $34,320 | -28% in Fresno |
| Registered Nurse | $100,830 | $125,420 | +24% in Fresno |
| Nurse Practitioner | $136,270 | $166,570 | +22% in Fresno |
| Lawyer | $135,670 | $162,680 | +20% in Fresno |
| Police Officer | $85,050 | $100,770 | +18% in Fresno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chandler or Fresno cheaper to live in?
Chandler 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 Chandler?
About $59,328 a year gives the same standard of living in Fresno.
Where do people earn more, Chandler or Fresno?
The typical household earns $116,580 in Chandler and $76,564 in Fresno, 52% more in Chandler.