salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Diego to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,334
$3,011
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,799
$2,589
💵 Families earn per year
$110,892
$116,561
🔑 Buying a house
$586,800
$906,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
111.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,801
$5,945
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$131
👥 People living there
214,169
1,389,526
Commute to work
33.4 min
23.5 min
College degree
21.4%
51%
Own their home
66.8%
47.3%
Below poverty line
9.9%
11%
Unemployment
6.5%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Fontana for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick San Diego for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fontana or San Diego cheaper to live in?
Fontana and San Diego cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in San Diego to match $60,000 in Fontana?
About $60,632 a year gives the same standard of living in San Diego.
Where do people earn more, Fontana or San Diego?
The typical household earns $110,892 in Fontana and $116,561 in San Diego, 5% more in San Diego.