Fontana, CA vs Pittsburg, CA

Fontana is moderately more affordable than Pittsburg, with a 12.7% lower cost of living index. Fontana scores 136 compared to 156 for Pittsburg, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Pittsburg can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fontana is $1,733/month compared to $2,201/month in Pittsburg — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Fontana is more affordable at $558,500 median vs $583,100.

Median household income in Fontana is $98,187 compared to $101,099 in Pittsburg (-2.9%). Pittsburg does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Fontana spend roughly 21.2% of their income on rent, less than the 26.1% in Pittsburg.

Climate-wise, Fontana is notably warmer with an average of 66.8°F compared to 62°F in Pittsburg. Pittsburg receives more rainfall at 16.1" per year compared to 11.6" in Fontana.