salaryFontana is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Oakland to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,334
$2,511
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,799
$2,352
💵 Families earn per year
$110,892
$109,576
🔑 Buying a house
$586,800
$929,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
115.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,801
$8,575
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$127
👥 People living there
214,169
439,418
Commute to work
33.4 min
29.8 min
College degree
21.4%
48.7%
Own their home
66.8%
42.3%
Below poverty line
9.9%
13.4%
Unemployment
6.5%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Fontana for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Oakland for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fontana or Oakland cheaper to live in?
Fontana is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,334 a month there versus $2,511 in Oakland.
What salary do I need in Oakland to match $60,000 in Fontana?
About $62,652 a year gives the same standard of living in Oakland.
Where do people earn more, Fontana or Oakland?
The typical household earns $110,892 in Fontana and $109,576 in Oakland, 1% more in Fontana.