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
$1,901
$1,789
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$1,484
💵 Families earn per year
$91,476
$76,564
🔑 Buying a house
$452,600
$374,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
102.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,765
$2,723
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$202
👥 People living there
487,887
545,970
Commute to work
22.7 min
22.4 min
College degree
42.7%
25.5%
Own their home
60.9%
50.1%
Below poverty line
9%
20.1%
Unemployment
5.6%
8.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Colorado Springs 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 | Colorado Springs | Fresno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $106,320 | $162,680 | +53% in Fresno |
| Registered Nurse | $96,140 | $125,420 | +30% in Fresno |
| Market Research Analyst | $90,210 | $62,880 | -30% in Fresno |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,140 | $78,800 | +29% in Fresno |
| Nurse Practitioner | $129,950 | $166,570 | +28% in Fresno |
| Civil Engineer | $94,840 | $119,720 | +26% in Fresno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,230 | $34,320 | -26% in Fresno |
| Firefighter | $63,110 | $79,160 | +25% in Fresno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Colorado Springs or Fresno cheaper to live in?
Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs?
About $60,864 a year gives the same standard of living in Fresno.
Where do people earn more, Colorado Springs or Fresno?
The typical household earns $91,476 in Colorado Springs and $76,564 in Fresno, 19% more in Colorado Springs.
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