salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Port St. Lucie to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,789
$2,470
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$1,839
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$86,979
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$369,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$3,585
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$185
👥 People living there
545,970
232,491
Commute to work
22.4 min
30.5 min
College degree
25.5%
28.1%
Own their home
50.1%
84%
Below poverty line
20.1%
9.5%
Unemployment
8.9%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes.
- Pick Port St. Lucie for higher incomes, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | Port St. Lucie | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $125,420 | $82,090 | -35% in Port St. Lucie |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,800 | $53,610 | -32% in Port St. Lucie |
| Police Officer | $100,770 | $77,070 | -24% in Port St. Lucie |
| Carpenter | $63,470 | $48,640 | -23% in Port St. Lucie |
| Nurse Practitioner | $166,570 | $128,770 | -23% in Port St. Lucie |
| Plumber | $64,400 | $50,990 | -21% in Port St. Lucie |
| Pharmacist | $169,160 | $135,230 | -20% in Port St. Lucie |
| Physician Assistant | $155,440 | $125,930 | -19% in Port St. Lucie |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Port St. Lucie cheaper to live in?
Fresno and Port St. Lucie cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Port St. Lucie to match $60,000 in Fresno?
About $58,866 a year gives the same standard of living in Port St. Lucie.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Port St. Lucie?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $86,979 in Port St. Lucie, 12% more in Port St. Lucie.