salaryFontana is 3% 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
$2,597
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,799
$2,498
💵 Families earn per year
$110,892
$95,332
🔑 Buying a house
$586,800
$1,102,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,801
$6,679
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$174
👥 People living there
214,169
190,748
Commute to work
33.4 min
27.1 min
College degree
21.4%
47.2%
Own their home
66.8%
35.2%
Below poverty line
9.9%
12.9%
Unemployment
6.5%
8.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Fontana for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Glendale for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fontana or Glendale cheaper to live in?
Fontana is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,334 a month there versus $2,597 in Glendale.
What salary do I need in Glendale to match $60,000 in Fontana?
About $61,542 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 $95,332 in Glendale, 16% more in Fontana.