salaryFresno is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Huntington Beach to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,789
$2,987
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$2,696
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$130,411
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$1,100,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$6,234
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$108
👥 People living there
545,970
195,240
Commute to work
22.4 min
28.4 min
College degree
25.5%
49%
Own their home
50.1%
55.4%
Below poverty line
20.1%
7.8%
Unemployment
8.9%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Huntington Beach for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Huntington Beach cheaper to live in?
Fresno is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,789 a month there versus $2,987 in Huntington Beach.
What salary do I need in Huntington Beach to match $60,000 in Fresno?
About $65,029 a year gives the same standard of living in Huntington Beach.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Huntington Beach?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $130,411 in Huntington Beach, 41% more in Huntington Beach.
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