salaryFresno is 9% 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
$2,808
$1,789
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,306
$1,484
💵 Families earn per year
$116,513
$76,564
🔑 Buying a house
$758,700
$374,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
111.9
102.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,058
$2,723
⚡ Electric bill per month
$137
$202
👥 People living there
276,375
545,970
Commute to work
28.6 min
22.4 min
College degree
33.2%
25.5%
Own their home
59.8%
50.1%
Below poverty line
8.7%
20.1%
Unemployment
8%
8.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Chula Vista 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 | Chula Vista | Fresno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $163,270 | $129,060 | -21% in Fresno |
| Market Research Analyst | $79,440 | $62,880 | -21% in Fresno |
| Elementary School Teacher | $97,000 | $78,800 | -19% in Fresno |
| Accountant | $96,340 | $78,690 | -18% in Fresno |
| Dental Hygienist | $123,790 | $101,730 | -18% in Fresno |
| Restaurant Cook | $46,440 | $38,260 | -18% in Fresno |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $119,090 | $98,900 | -17% in Fresno |
| HVAC Technician | $74,880 | $62,580 | -16% in Fresno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chula Vista or Fresno cheaper to live in?
Fresno is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,789 a month there versus $2,808 in Chula Vista.
What salary do I need in Fresno to match $60,000 in Chula Vista?
About $54,783 a year gives the same standard of living in Fresno.
Where do people earn more, Chula Vista or Fresno?
The typical household earns $116,513 in Chula Vista and $76,564 in Fresno, 52% more in Chula Vista.