salaryChattanooga is 12% 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
$1,537
$1,789
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,305
$1,484
💵 Families earn per year
$69,588
$76,564
🔑 Buying a house
$283,200
$374,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.5
102.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,265
$2,723
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$202
👥 People living there
185,783
545,970
Commute to work
18.5 min
22.4 min
College degree
36%
25.5%
Own their home
52.4%
50.1%
Below poverty line
19.1%
20.1%
Unemployment
5.4%
8.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Chattanooga for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 4 more.
- Pick Fresno for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chattanooga | Fresno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $51,330 | $100,770 | +96% in Fresno |
| Firefighter | $46,060 | $79,160 | +72% in Fresno |
| Registered Nurse | $79,770 | $125,420 | +57% in Fresno |
| Nurse Practitioner | $116,480 | $166,570 | +43% in Fresno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,240 | $34,320 | +42% in Fresno |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,830 | $78,800 | +32% in Fresno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $58,580 | $75,580 | +29% in Fresno |
| Pharmacist | $132,240 | $169,160 | +28% in Fresno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chattanooga or Fresno cheaper to live in?
Chattanooga is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,537 a month there versus $1,789 in Fresno.
What salary do I need in Fresno to match $60,000 in Chattanooga?
About $67,015 a year gives the same standard of living in Fresno.
Where do people earn more, Chattanooga or Fresno?
The typical household earns $69,588 in Chattanooga and $76,564 in Fresno, 9% more in Fresno.