Relocation guide
Moving to Fresno
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
543,615
Median age 32.4
Median household income
$66,804
Median rent
$1,324/mo
Median home value
$348,500
Schools
167
25 districts
Summer high / winter low
98° / 40°
Pros
- Property taxes are low: about 0.74% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
- Mild weather in April, May, October, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 88 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
Cons
- Household incomes are 15% below the US median ($66,804).
- Hot summers: July highs average 98°F.
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
Plan your move
Where in Fresno?
Fresno spans 18 zip codes. Median home values range from $207,600 to $707,700 by zip.
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Questions
Is Fresno a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Property taxes are low: about 0.74% of home value a year (US 0.98%). Mild weather in April, May, October, with highs between 65°F and 85°F. On the other hand: Household incomes are 15% below the US median ($66,804). Hot summers: July highs average 98°F.
How much do I need to earn to live in Fresno?
The median household earns $66,804. Rent at the median ($1,324/month) is about 24% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $52,960 a year.
How many schools are in Fresno?
167 public and private schools across 25 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Fresno?
Highs average 98°F in July and lows 40°F in December. The most comfortable months are April, May, October.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.
