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
$1,347
$1,789
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,153
$1,484
💵 Families earn per year
$43,073
$76,564
🔑 Buying a house
$83,900
$374,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.3
102.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,402
$2,723
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$202
👥 People living there
638,530
545,970
Commute to work
24.8 min
22.4 min
College degree
18.1%
25.5%
Own their home
50.3%
50.1%
Below poverty line
32.7%
20.1%
Unemployment
14%
8.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Detroit for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Fresno for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Detroit | Fresno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | $92,550 | $119,720 | +29% in Fresno |
| Registered Nurse | $97,280 | $125,420 | +29% in Fresno |
| Police Officer | $78,450 | $100,770 | +28% in Fresno |
| Firefighter | $62,730 | $79,160 | +26% in Fresno |
| Plumber | $86,370 | $64,400 | -25% in Fresno |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,390 | $166,570 | +24% in Fresno |
| Pharmacist | $137,770 | $169,160 | +23% in Fresno |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,210 | $78,800 | +21% in Fresno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Detroit or Fresno cheaper to live in?
Detroit 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 Detroit?
About $61,113 a year gives the same standard of living in Fresno.
Where do people earn more, Detroit or Fresno?
The typical household earns $43,073 in Detroit and $76,564 in Fresno, 44% more in Fresno.