Cost of Living in Fresno, California

Fresno, California offers a high quality of life at an affordable price point. Homeowners can take advantage of various housing options ranging from single family homes to luxury condos - while renters have access to some great deals too. Additionally, groceries and transportation costs remain quite reasonable compared with other parts of the US - making Fresno a great choice if you're looking for affordability.

Our cost of living indices are based on a US average of 100. An amount below 100 means Fresno is cheaper than the US average. A cost of living index above 100 means Fresno, California is more expensive.

Fresno cost of living is 103.3

COST OF LIVING	Fresno	California	USA
	103.3	149.9	100
	99.2	105.1	100
	93.1	98.3	100
	108.5	234.8	100
	$359,700	$733,500	$338,100
	112.4	102.4	100
	101.7	133.1	100
	110.2	118.7	100

100=National Average

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Reviews for Fresno 77 Reviews

It's not the worst city, but its flaws are bad - 8/13/2021
I'm not gonna say this city is terrible, but it certainly has many issues that need to be taken care of and unfortunately the city council has done a poor job keeping up... Read More

Derek | Fresno, CA | Reply | No Replies

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Just Leave this Trash Heap of a City! - 1/25/2021
I've lived in Fresno my entire life and when I became an adult, I began to realize how much being a resident here really sucks, it might be cheaper than most other... Read More

Derek | Fresno, CA | Reply | 1 Reply

If you move here or are planning to, this isn't it - 1/21/2021
Lived here since 2002. I may be flamed for this, but.. total dump and I would rate 0 stars if I could. You only really move here to move out. As good as a gas stop.... Read More

Hannah | Fresno, CA | Reply | 1 Reply

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93722, 93727, 93720, 93702, 93726, 93706, 93705, 93711, 93703, 93710, ... 18 more

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