salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Jose to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,334
$3,046
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,799
$2,897
💵 Families earn per year
$110,892
$157,922
🔑 Buying a house
$586,800
$1,233,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
110.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,801
$9,393
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$168
👥 People living there
214,169
990,138
Commute to work
33.4 min
27.3 min
College degree
21.4%
47.3%
Own their home
66.8%
55.8%
Below poverty line
9.9%
8.1%
Unemployment
6.5%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Fontana for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick San Jose for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fontana or San Jose cheaper to live in?
Fontana and San Jose cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in San Jose to match $60,000 in Fontana?
About $59,839 a year gives the same standard of living in San Jose.
Where do people earn more, Fontana or San Jose?
The typical household earns $110,892 in Fontana and $157,922 in San Jose, 30% more in San Jose.