salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Paradise to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,789
$1,532
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$1,510
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$63,836
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$384,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$1,553
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$142
👥 People living there
545,970
185,913
Commute to work
22.4 min
23.2 min
College degree
25.5%
24.1%
Own their home
50.1%
41.9%
Below poverty line
20.1%
17.6%
Unemployment
8.9%
9.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Paradise for lower rent, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | Paradise | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $79,160 | $59,280 | -25% in Paradise |
| Police Officer | $100,770 | $77,750 | -23% in Paradise |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,320 | $27,110 | -21% in Paradise |
| Pharmacist | $169,160 | $136,250 | -19% in Paradise |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,880 | $74,670 | +19% in Paradise |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,800 | $65,040 | -17% in Paradise |
| Registered Nurse | $125,420 | $103,940 | -17% in Paradise |
| Cashier | $35,270 | $29,360 | -17% in Paradise |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Paradise cheaper to live in?
Fresno and Paradise cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Paradise to match $60,000 in Fresno?
About $58,859 a year gives the same standard of living in Paradise.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Paradise?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $63,836 in Paradise, 20% more in Fresno.