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
$2,339
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,738
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$84,235
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$373,500
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.3
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,176
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$129
👥 People living there
215,536
273,212
Commute to work
29.9 min
20.3 min
College degree
26.9%
36.8%
Own their home
77.2%
49.8%
Below poverty line
10.7%
12.6%
Unemployment
3.8%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Cape Coral for cheaper homes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Reno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cape Coral | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $51,690 | $77,020 | +49% in Reno |
| Firefighter | $60,000 | $81,360 | +36% in Reno |
| Truck Driver | $48,950 | $63,790 | +30% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,660 | $25,700 | -30% in Reno |
| Registered Nurse | $82,860 | $107,520 | +30% in Reno |
| Dental Hygienist | $91,120 | $117,850 | +29% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,530 | $78,600 | +28% in Reno |
| Carpenter | $49,210 | $62,350 | +27% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cape Coral or Reno cheaper to live in?
Cape Coral 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 Cape Coral?
About $59,217 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Cape Coral or Reno?
The typical household earns $84,235 in Cape Coral and $87,100 in Reno, 3% more in Reno.