Montrose, Colorado vs. Fresno, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fresno, California is 9.3% more expensive than Montrose, Colorado.

You would need a salary of $54,656 in Fresno, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Montrose, Colorado.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fresno, California is more expensive than Montrose, Colorado
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
46% more expensive in Fresno
than in Montrose, Colorado
Montrose, CO vs. Fresno, CA
Compared to Montrose, Fresno is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  9.3% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.5% higher
  Commute
  46.3% higher
  Health
  15.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% higher