salaryFresno is 12% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Fresno to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$3,180
$1,789
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,128
$1,484
💵 Families earn per year
$195,754
$76,564
🔑 Buying a house
$1,403,800
$374,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
115.6
102.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,190
$2,723
⚡ Electric bill per month
$152
$202
👥 People living there
228,295
545,970
Commute to work
30.3 min
22.4 min
College degree
63.9%
25.5%
Own their home
60.8%
50.1%
Below poverty line
5.2%
20.1%
Unemployment
4.7%
8.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Fremont for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fremont | Fresno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $123,250 | $62,880 | -49% in Fresno |
| Registered Nurse | $186,610 | $125,420 | -33% in Fresno |
| Operations Manager | $149,990 | $101,010 | -33% in Fresno |
| Software Developer | $186,640 | $129,060 | -31% in Fresno |
| Dental Hygienist | $146,760 | $101,730 | -31% in Fresno |
| Firefighter | $113,700 | $79,160 | -30% in Fresno |
| Accountant | $110,730 | $78,690 | -29% in Fresno |
| Carpenter | $89,200 | $63,470 | -29% in Fresno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fremont or Fresno cheaper to live in?
Fresno is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,789 a month there versus $3,180 in Fremont.
What salary do I need in Fresno to match $60,000 in Fremont?
About $53,017 a year gives the same standard of living in Fresno.
Where do people earn more, Fremont or Fresno?
The typical household earns $195,754 in Fremont and $76,564 in Fresno, 156% more in Fremont.