salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in New York to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,334
$2,806
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,799
$2,016
💵 Families earn per year
$110,892
$86,801
🔑 Buying a house
$586,800
$777,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
112.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,801
$6,547
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$132
👥 People living there
214,169
8,483,844
Commute to work
33.4 min
40.3 min
College degree
21.4%
41.6%
Own their home
66.8%
32.8%
Below poverty line
9.9%
17.9%
Unemployment
6.5%
8%
Bottom line
- Pick Fontana for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick New York for a more educated workforce.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fontana or New York cheaper to live in?
Fontana and New York cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in New York to match $60,000 in Fontana?
About $60,999 a year gives the same standard of living in New York.
Where do people earn more, Fontana or New York?
The typical household earns $110,892 in Fontana and $86,801 in New York, 28% more in Fontana.