salaryGlendale is 9% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Glendale to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,334
$1,864
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,799
$1,633
💵 Families earn per year
$110,892
$79,302
🔑 Buying a house
$586,800
$387,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
100.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,801
$1,612
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$191
👥 People living there
214,169
252,833
Commute to work
33.4 min
27.7 min
College degree
21.4%
24.3%
Own their home
66.8%
57.2%
Below poverty line
9.9%
15.1%
Unemployment
6.5%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Fontana for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Glendale for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fontana or Glendale cheaper to live in?
Glendale is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,864 a month there versus $2,334 in Fontana.
What salary do I need in Glendale to match $60,000 in Fontana?
About $54,558 a year gives the same standard of living in Glendale.
Where do people earn more, Fontana or Glendale?
The typical household earns $110,892 in Fontana and $79,302 in Glendale, 40% more in Fontana.