salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,789
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$146
👥 People living there
545,970
188,065
Commute to work
22.4 min
20.9 min
College degree
25.5%
50%
Own their home
50.1%
42.3%
Below poverty line
20.1%
15.8%
Unemployment
8.9%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Tempe for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,320 | $47,530 | +38% in Tempe |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,800 | $59,180 | -25% in Tempe |
| Civil Engineer | $119,720 | $90,330 | -25% in Tempe |
| Firefighter | $79,160 | $61,780 | -22% in Tempe |
| Registered Nurse | $125,420 | $100,830 | -20% in Tempe |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,880 | $74,590 | +19% in Tempe |
| Nurse Practitioner | $166,570 | $136,270 | -18% in Tempe |
| Lawyer | $162,680 | $135,670 | -17% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Fresno and Tempe cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Fresno?
About $60,680 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Tempe?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $85,917 in Tempe, 11% more in Tempe.