salaryFresno is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in San Diego to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,789
$3,011
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$2,589
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$116,561
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$906,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
111.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$5,945
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$131
👥 People living there
545,970
1,389,526
Commute to work
22.4 min
23.5 min
College degree
25.5%
51%
Own their home
50.1%
47.3%
Below poverty line
20.1%
11%
Unemployment
8.9%
6%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick San Diego for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | San Diego | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $129,060 | $163,270 | +27% in San Diego |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,880 | $79,440 | +26% in San Diego |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,800 | $97,000 | +23% in San Diego |
| Accountant | $78,690 | $96,340 | +22% in San Diego |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,730 | $123,790 | +22% in San Diego |
| Restaurant Cook | $38,260 | $46,440 | +21% in San Diego |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $98,900 | $119,090 | +20% in San Diego |
| HVAC Technician | $62,580 | $74,880 | +20% in San Diego |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or San Diego cheaper to live in?
Fresno is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,789 a month there versus $3,011 in San Diego.
What salary do I need in San Diego to match $60,000 in Fresno?
About $65,714 a year gives the same standard of living in San Diego.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or San Diego?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $116,561 in San Diego, 34% more in San Diego.