salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Philadelphia to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,789
$1,814
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$1,623
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$66,816
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$243,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
102.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$2,003
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$112
👥 People living there
545,970
1,579,706
Commute to work
22.4 min
31.7 min
College degree
25.5%
35.4%
Own their home
50.1%
51.8%
Below poverty line
20.1%
21.4%
Unemployment
8.9%
8.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Philadelphia for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | Philadelphia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $62,880 | $79,420 | +26% in Philadelphia |
| Operations Manager | $101,010 | $121,630 | +20% in Philadelphia |
| Registered Nurse | $125,420 | $101,180 | -19% in Philadelphia |
| Nurse Practitioner | $166,570 | $135,700 | -19% in Philadelphia |
| Civil Engineer | $119,720 | $99,410 | -17% in Philadelphia |
| Plumber | $64,400 | $74,860 | +16% in Philadelphia |
| Physician Assistant | $155,440 | $135,640 | -13% in Philadelphia |
| Pharmacist | $169,160 | $148,740 | -12% in Philadelphia |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Philadelphia cheaper to live in?
Fresno and Philadelphia cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Philadelphia to match $60,000 in Fresno?
About $60,233 a year gives the same standard of living in Philadelphia.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Philadelphia?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $66,816 in Philadelphia, 15% more in Fresno.