salary$78,690 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Fresno, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$56,700per year
Top pay (top 10%)$128,600per year
Jobs in the area2,810people work this job
Can a accountant afford Fresno?
OK. Rent of $1,789 a month takes 27.3% of the median accountant salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Fresno, CA?
The median pay for a accountant in the Fresno, CA area is $78,690 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $56,700 and $128,600.
Can a accountant afford to live in Fresno?
Typical rent of $1,789 a month takes 27.3% of the median accountant salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Fresno, CA metro area.