Fresno, TX vs Providence Village, TX

Fresno is moderately more affordable than Providence Village, with a 12.3% lower cost of living index. Fresno scores 118 compared to 135 for Providence Village, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Providence Village can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fresno is $2,131/month compared to $2,399/month in Providence Village — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Fresno is more affordable at $230,400 median vs $321,300.

Median household income in Fresno is $89,442 compared to $105,469 in Providence Village (-15.2%). While Providence Village is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Fresno spend roughly 28.6% of their income on rent, more than the 27.3% in Providence Village.

Climate-wise, Fresno is notably warmer with an average of 71.1°F compared to 64.5°F in Providence Village. Fresno receives more rainfall at 49.7" per year compared to 35.6" in Providence Village.