salaryAkron is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Reno to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$129
👥 People living there
189,247
273,212
Commute to work
22.2 min
20.3 min
College degree
23.6%
36.8%
Own their home
50.7%
49.8%
Below poverty line
23.3%
12.6%
Unemployment
7.8%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Reno for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $82,970 | $117,850 | +42% in Reno |
| Registered Nurse | $80,770 | $107,520 | +33% in Reno |
| Firefighter | $61,140 | $81,360 | +33% in Reno |
| Lawyer | $126,270 | $163,380 | +29% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,150 | $25,700 | -29% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,070 | $78,600 | +27% in Reno |
| Police Officer | $74,650 | $92,130 | +23% in Reno |
| Plumber | $63,450 | $77,020 | +21% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Reno cheaper to live in?
Akron is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,129 a month there versus $1,783 in Reno.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $64,912 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Reno?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $87,100 in Reno, 40% more in Reno.