salaryFresno is 11% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Santa Ana to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,789
$2,654
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$2,320
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$101,378
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$713,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$3,997
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$105
👥 People living there
545,970
312,534
Commute to work
22.4 min
24.5 min
College degree
25.5%
18.3%
Own their home
50.1%
44.6%
Below poverty line
20.1%
10.8%
Unemployment
8.9%
4.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Santa Ana for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | Santa Ana | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $62,880 | $82,990 | +32% in Santa Ana |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,800 | $101,860 | +29% in Santa Ana |
| Software Developer | $129,060 | $160,920 | +25% in Santa Ana |
| Operations Manager | $101,010 | $125,830 | +25% in Santa Ana |
| Firefighter | $79,160 | $98,050 | +24% in Santa Ana |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $98,900 | $121,560 | +23% in Santa Ana |
| Police Officer | $100,770 | $121,980 | +21% in Santa Ana |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,730 | $122,980 | +21% in Santa Ana |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Santa Ana cheaper to live in?
Fresno is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,789 a month there versus $2,654 in Santa Ana.
What salary do I need in Santa Ana to match $60,000 in Fresno?
About $66,700 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Ana.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Santa Ana?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $101,378 in Santa Ana, 24% more in Santa Ana.