salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Irving to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,789
$1,892
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$1,827
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$88,254
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$315,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
103.1
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$4,752
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$159
👥 People living there
545,970
256,492
Commute to work
22.4 min
24.1 min
College degree
25.5%
42.4%
Own their home
50.1%
38.1%
Below poverty line
20.1%
11%
Unemployment
8.9%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes.
- Pick Irving for higher incomes, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | Irving | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,320 | $24,160 | -30% in Irving |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $98,900 | $122,520 | +24% in Irving |
| Carpenter | $63,470 | $48,740 | -23% in Irving |
| Nurse Practitioner | $166,570 | $130,980 | -21% in Irving |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,880 | $75,240 | +20% in Irving |
| Registered Nurse | $125,420 | $101,420 | -19% in Irving |
| Civil Engineer | $119,720 | $96,920 | -19% in Irving |
| Pharmacist | $169,160 | $138,170 | -18% in Irving |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Irving cheaper to live in?
Fresno and Irving cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Irving to match $60,000 in Fresno?
About $60,547 a year gives the same standard of living in Irving.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Irving?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $88,254 in Irving, 13% more in Irving.