salaryChesapeake is 3% 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
$1,849
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,567
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$102,860
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$378,400
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,108
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$178
$129
👥 People living there
252,583
273,212
Commute to work
25.8 min
20.3 min
College degree
36.9%
36.8%
Own their home
74.4%
49.8%
Below poverty line
9.4%
12.6%
Unemployment
4.9%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Chesapeake 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 | Chesapeake | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $59,690 | $92,130 | +54% in Reno |
| Firefighter | $56,940 | $81,360 | +43% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $39,020 | $25,700 | -34% in Reno |
| Truck Driver | $50,460 | $63,790 | +26% in Reno |
| Plumber | $61,870 | $77,020 | +24% in Reno |
| Lawyer | $133,380 | $163,380 | +22% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $78,600 | +22% in Reno |
| Carpenter | $51,500 | $62,350 | +21% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chesapeake or Reno cheaper to live in?
Chesapeake is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,849 a month there versus $1,783 in Reno.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Chesapeake?
About $61,883 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Chesapeake or Reno?
The typical household earns $102,860 in Chesapeake and $87,100 in Reno, 18% more in Chesapeake.