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Fresno vs Visalia

Two California cities 38 miles apart, side by side.

FresnoVisalia
Population543,615142,649
Median household income$66,804$79,952
Median home value$348,500$340,600
Median rent$1,324/mo$1,397/mo
Median age32.433.5
Homeownership50%61%
Property tax (effective)0.74%0.77%
Sales tax8.35%8.5%
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Is Fresno or Visalia cheaper?

For housing, Visalia is cheaper: median home values are $348,500 in Fresno and $340,600 in Visalia; median rents are $1,324 and $1,397.

Which has higher incomes, Fresno or Visalia?

Visalia: median household income is $66,804 in Fresno and $79,952 in Visalia.

How far is Fresno from Visalia?

About 38 miles in a straight line.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; state revenue agencies for sales tax.

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