Fremont has once again been crownedAmerica’s best place to live— but the Bay Area city’s golden reputation comes with a jaw-dropping price tag.
The Northern California suburb justtopped WalletHub’s latest rankings, thanks to its high incomes, safe neighborhoods and happy residents. But unless you’re earning serious Silicon Valley money, the cost of living there may leave you gasping for air.
If you want to call Fremont home, you’ll need a serious paycheck.
The average cost of living runs about $3,300 a month for a single person, and more than $7,200 a month for a family of four,according to cost-of-living estimates.
And housing? That’s wherethings really sting.
Even condos and townhomes can start around $700,000 to $800,000 — and in competitive neighborhoods homes often sell above the asking price.
The numbers explain why Fremontranks so highon “happiness” lists.
The city boasts a median household income of about $176,000, one of the strongest in the country, and one of the lowest poverty rates for families.
Many residents work in nearby tech hubs like Silicon Valley, commuting to companies such as Apple, Google and Meta Platforms.
Beyond rent or a mortgage, everyday expenses are also steep.
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