salaryFresno is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Irvine to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,789
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$113
👥 People living there
545,970
311,690
Commute to work
22.4 min
24.7 min
College degree
25.5%
70.6%
Own their home
50.1%
44.5%
Below poverty line
20.1%
10.8%
Unemployment
8.9%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | Irvine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $62,880 | $82,990 | +32% in Irvine |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,800 | $101,860 | +29% in Irvine |
| Software Developer | $129,060 | $160,920 | +25% in Irvine |
| Operations Manager | $101,010 | $125,830 | +25% in Irvine |
| Firefighter | $79,160 | $98,050 | +24% in Irvine |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $98,900 | $121,560 | +23% in Irvine |
| Police Officer | $100,770 | $121,980 | +21% in Irvine |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,730 | $122,980 | +21% in Irvine |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Fresno is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,789 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Irvine to match $60,000 in Fresno?
About $66,700 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Irvine?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $147,451 in Irvine, 48% more in Irvine.