salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,999
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,921
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$92,376
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$439,600
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.1
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,231
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$128
$129
👥 People living there
505,268
273,212
Commute to work
26.5 min
20.3 min
College degree
59.2%
36.8%
Own their home
46.4%
49.8%
Below poverty line
16.9%
12.6%
Unemployment
5.9%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Atlanta for higher incomes, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Reno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Atlanta | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $47,300 | $81,360 | +72% in Reno |
| Police Officer | $60,910 | $92,130 | +51% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,460 | $25,700 | +39% in Reno |
| Plumber | $58,380 | $77,020 | +32% in Reno |
| Electrician | $58,650 | $72,800 | +24% in Reno |
| Carpenter | $50,680 | $62,350 | +23% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,060 | $78,600 | +21% in Reno |
| Physician Assistant | $111,810 | $134,550 | +20% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Atlanta or Reno cheaper to live in?
Atlanta and Reno cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Atlanta?
About $60,573 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Atlanta or Reno?
The typical household earns $92,376 in Atlanta and $87,100 in Reno, 6% more in Atlanta.