salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Scottsdale to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,789
$2,287
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$2,188
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$119,591
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$789,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$2,956
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$182
👥 People living there
545,970
243,821
Commute to work
22.4 min
21.6 min
College degree
25.5%
61.9%
Own their home
50.1%
67%
Below poverty line
20.1%
7.3%
Unemployment
8.9%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Scottsdale for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | Scottsdale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,320 | $47,530 | +38% in Scottsdale |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,800 | $59,180 | -25% in Scottsdale |
| Civil Engineer | $119,720 | $90,330 | -25% in Scottsdale |
| Firefighter | $79,160 | $61,780 | -22% in Scottsdale |
| Registered Nurse | $125,420 | $100,830 | -20% in Scottsdale |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,880 | $74,590 | +19% in Scottsdale |
| Nurse Practitioner | $166,570 | $136,270 | -18% in Scottsdale |
| Lawyer | $162,680 | $135,670 | -17% in Scottsdale |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Scottsdale cheaper to live in?
Fresno and Scottsdale cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Scottsdale to match $60,000 in Fresno?
About $60,680 a year gives the same standard of living in Scottsdale.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Scottsdale?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $119,591 in Scottsdale, 36% more in Scottsdale.