salaryCharlotte is 4% 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
$1,881
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,690
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$88,510
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$385,700
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,808
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$129
👥 People living there
903,844
273,212
Commute to work
24.7 min
20.3 min
College degree
48%
36.8%
Own their home
51%
49.8%
Below poverty line
11.7%
12.6%
Unemployment
4.6%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Charlotte for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Reno for lower rent, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Charlotte | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $38,700 | $81,360 | +110% in Reno |
| Police Officer | $63,190 | $92,130 | +46% in Reno |
| Plumber | $58,690 | $77,020 | +31% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,430 | $25,700 | -29% in Reno |
| Electrician | $59,080 | $72,800 | +23% in Reno |
| Carpenter | $50,960 | $62,350 | +22% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,140 | $78,600 | +21% in Reno |
| Market Research Analyst | $82,930 | $66,260 | -20% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Charlotte or Reno cheaper to live in?
Charlotte is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,881 a month there versus $1,783 in Reno.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Charlotte?
About $62,260 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Charlotte or Reno?
The typical household earns $88,510 in Charlotte and $87,100 in Reno, 2% more in Charlotte.