salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Seattle to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,334
$2,273
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,799
$2,549
💵 Families earn per year
$110,892
$133,583
🔑 Buying a house
$586,800
$938,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.7
111.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,801
$7,337
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$109
👥 People living there
214,169
754,195
Commute to work
33.4 min
26 min
College degree
21.4%
68.4%
Own their home
66.8%
43.7%
Below poverty line
9.9%
9.9%
Unemployment
6.5%
4.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Fontana for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Seattle for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fontana or Seattle cheaper to live in?
Fontana and Seattle cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Seattle to match $60,000 in Fontana?
About $60,224 a year gives the same standard of living in Seattle.
Where do people earn more, Fontana or Seattle?
The typical household earns $110,892 in Fontana and $133,583 in Seattle, 17% more in Seattle.