salaryFresno is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,789
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$96
👥 People living there
545,970
681,294
Commute to work
22.4 min
30 min
College degree
25.5%
64.2%
Own their home
50.1%
41.5%
Below poverty line
20.1%
15.4%
Unemployment
8.9%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $101,010 | $156,460 | +55% in Washington |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,880 | $87,160 | +39% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,320 | $46,040 | +34% in Washington |
| Accountant | $78,690 | $102,140 | +30% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $98,900 | $127,040 | +28% in Washington |
| Software Developer | $129,060 | $154,930 | +20% in Washington |
| Lawyer | $162,680 | $195,190 | +20% in Washington |
| Nurse Practitioner | $166,570 | $134,840 | -19% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Washington cheaper to live in?
Fresno is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,789 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Fresno?
About $63,950 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Washington?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $118,495 in Washington, 35% more in Washington.