salaryReno is 7% 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
$2,666
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$129
👥 People living there
236,254
273,212
Commute to work
26.2 min
20.3 min
College degree
77.1%
36.8%
Own their home
41.3%
49.8%
Below poverty line
7.4%
12.6%
Unemployment
3.3%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Reno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $25,700 | -44% in Reno |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $106,050 | -32% in Reno |
| Market Research Analyst | $87,160 | $66,260 | -24% in Reno |
| Firefighter | $66,980 | $81,360 | +21% in Reno |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,470 | $62,430 | -21% in Reno |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $82,370 | -19% in Reno |
| Software Developer | $154,930 | $125,710 | -19% in Reno |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $163,380 | -16% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Reno cheaper to live in?
Reno is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,783 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $55,663 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Reno?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $87,100 in Reno, 76% more in Arlington.