Fayetteville is 20% cheaperBased 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
$1,530
$2,334
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$1,799
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$110,892
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$586,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$4,801
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$147
👥 People living there
210,815
214,169
Commute to work
19.1 min
33.4 min
College degree
29%
21.4%
Own their home
47.4%
66.8%
Below poverty line
17.7%
9.9%
Unemployment
7.9%
6.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Fontana for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or Fontana cheaper to live in?
Fayetteville is about 20% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,530 a month there versus $2,334 in Fontana.
What salary do I need in Fontana to match $60,000 in Fayetteville?
About $72,226 a year gives the same standard of living in Fontana.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or Fontana?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $110,892 in Fontana, 43% more in Fontana.