salaryMontgomery is 12% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,789
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$185
👥 People living there
545,970
197,494
Commute to work
22.4 min
20.7 min
College degree
25.5%
33.8%
Own their home
50.1%
54.4%
Below poverty line
20.1%
21.5%
Unemployment
8.9%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $100,770 | $48,490 | -52% in Montgomery |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,730 | $60,120 | -41% in Montgomery |
| Firefighter | $79,160 | $48,780 | -38% in Montgomery |
| Nurse Practitioner | $166,570 | $105,050 | -37% in Montgomery |
| Registered Nurse | $125,420 | $79,570 | -37% in Montgomery |
| Physician Assistant | $155,440 | $102,040 | -34% in Montgomery |
| Electrician | $71,710 | $49,910 | -30% in Montgomery |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,580 | $55,410 | -27% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $1,789 in Fresno.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Fresno?
About $52,673 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $61,271 in Montgomery, 25% more in Fresno.