San Bernardino is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Bernardino to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,334
$2,021
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,799
$1,659
💵 Families earn per year
$110,892
$72,707
🔑 Buying a house
$586,800
$422,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
106.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,801
$2,594
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$143
👥 People living there
214,169
222,724
Commute to work
33.4 min
29.7 min
College degree
21.4%
13.1%
Own their home
66.8%
50%
Below poverty line
9.9%
18.6%
Unemployment
6.5%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Fontana for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick San Bernardino for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fontana or San Bernardino cheaper to live in?
San Bernardino is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,021 a month there versus $2,334 in Fontana.
What salary do I need in San Bernardino to match $60,000 in Fontana?
About $57,682 a year gives the same standard of living in San Bernardino.
Where do people earn more, Fontana or San Bernardino?
The typical household earns $110,892 in Fontana and $72,707 in San Bernardino, 53% more in Fontana.
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