salaryBuffalo is 5% 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
$1,397
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,121
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$53,969
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$164,200
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.8
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,622
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$99
$129
👥 People living there
276,854
273,212
Commute to work
19.9 min
20.3 min
College degree
31.2%
36.8%
Own their home
43%
49.8%
Below poverty line
26%
12.6%
Unemployment
7.3%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Buffalo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Reno for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Buffalo | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,580 | $25,700 | -45% in Reno |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,470 | $117,850 | +43% in Reno |
| Lawyer | $130,800 | $163,380 | +25% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,370 | $78,600 | +24% in Reno |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,490 | $62,430 | -18% in Reno |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,790 | $46,760 | +18% in Reno |
| Police Officer | $80,950 | $92,130 | +14% in Reno |
| Market Research Analyst | $75,990 | $66,260 | -13% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Buffalo or Reno cheaper to live in?
Buffalo is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,397 a month there versus $1,783 in Reno.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Buffalo?
About $63,237 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Buffalo or Reno?
The typical household earns $53,969 in Buffalo and $87,100 in Reno, 38% more in Reno.