salaryMemphis is 17% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Memphis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,334
$1,399
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,799
$1,194
💵 Families earn per year
$110,892
$55,797
🔑 Buying a house
$586,800
$169,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
92.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,801
$1,845
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$223
👥 People living there
214,169
618,980
Commute to work
33.4 min
21.1 min
College degree
21.4%
28%
Own their home
66.8%
44.9%
Below poverty line
9.9%
23.1%
Unemployment
6.5%
8.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Fontana for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Memphis for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fontana or Memphis cheaper to live in?
Memphis is about 17% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,399 a month there versus $2,334 in Fontana.
What salary do I need in Memphis to match $60,000 in Fontana?
About $49,952 a year gives the same standard of living in Memphis.
Where do people earn more, Fontana or Memphis?
The typical household earns $110,892 in Fontana and $55,797 in Memphis, 99% more in Fontana.