salaryAugusta is 10% 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
$1,458
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$129
👥 People living there
201,528
273,212
Commute to work
21.1 min
20.3 min
College degree
24.7%
36.8%
Own their home
50.8%
49.8%
Below poverty line
20.1%
12.6%
Unemployment
8.6%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta 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 | Augusta | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $47,540 | $81,360 | +71% in Reno |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $92,130 | +58% in Reno |
| Dental Hygienist | $79,840 | $117,850 | +48% in Reno |
| Plumber | $54,690 | $77,020 | +41% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $18,390 | $25,700 | +40% in Reno |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $63,790 | +33% in Reno |
| Lawyer | $123,960 | $163,380 | +32% in Reno |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $61,940 | +27% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Reno cheaper to live in?
Augusta is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,458 a month there versus $1,783 in Reno.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $65,948 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Reno?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $87,100 in Reno, 31% more in Reno.