salaryFresno is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Vancouver to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,789
$1,894
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$1,788
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$87,723
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$462,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
105.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$3,899
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$105
👥 People living there
545,970
195,300
Commute to work
22.4 min
23.2 min
College degree
25.5%
32.3%
Own their home
50.1%
50.8%
Below poverty line
20.1%
10.2%
Unemployment
8.9%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Vancouver for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | Vancouver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,320 | $54,780 | +60% in Vancouver |
| Plumber | $64,400 | $101,010 | +57% in Vancouver |
| Electrician | $71,710 | $105,090 | +47% in Vancouver |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,880 | $85,350 | +36% in Vancouver |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $98,900 | $127,360 | +29% in Vancouver |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,730 | $123,100 | +21% in Vancouver |
| Medical Assistant | $46,500 | $56,240 | +21% in Vancouver |
| Software Developer | $129,060 | $156,000 | +21% in Vancouver |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Vancouver cheaper to live in?
Fresno is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,789 a month there versus $1,894 in Vancouver.
What salary do I need in Vancouver to match $60,000 in Fresno?
About $61,916 a year gives the same standard of living in Vancouver.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Vancouver?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $87,723 in Vancouver, 13% more in Vancouver.