salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Fontana to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,808
$2,334
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,306
$1,799
💵 Families earn per year
$116,513
$110,892
🔑 Buying a house
$758,700
$586,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
111.9
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,058
$4,801
⚡ Electric bill per month
$137
$147
👥 People living there
276,375
214,169
Commute to work
28.6 min
33.4 min
College degree
33.2%
21.4%
Own their home
59.8%
66.8%
Below poverty line
8.7%
9.9%
Unemployment
8%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Chula Vista for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Fontana for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Chula Vista or Fontana cheaper to live in?
Chula Vista and Fontana cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Fontana to match $60,000 in Chula Vista?
About $59,374 a year gives the same standard of living in Fontana.
Where do people earn more, Chula Vista or Fontana?
The typical household earns $116,513 in Chula Vista and $110,892 in Fontana, 5% more in Chula Vista.