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MERCED vs. FRESNO
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Cost of Living Calculator - Merced, California vs Fresno, California
The cost of living in Fresno, California is
2.4%
cheaper
than Merced, California.
You would need a salary of
$73,228
in Fresno, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Merced, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fresno, California is
cheaper
than Merced, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
3% cheaper in Fresno
than in Merced, California
Merced, CA vs Fresno, CA
Compared to Merced, Fresno is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
2.4% lower
Child Care
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Food
0.3% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
4.4% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
1.9% higher
Commute
0.6% higher
Health
23.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
3.7% higher
Cost of Food
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