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
$1,983
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,622
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$84,017
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$334,100
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.6
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,943
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$90
$129
👥 People living there
2,711,226
273,212
Commute to work
33.1 min
20.3 min
College degree
44.3%
36.8%
Own their home
46%
49.8%
Below poverty line
16.8%
12.6%
Unemployment
8%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Chicago for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Reno for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chicago | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $102,350 | $72,800 | -29% in Reno |
| Plumber | $103,380 | $77,020 | -25% in Reno |
| Carpenter | $80,440 | $62,350 | -22% in Reno |
| HVAC Technician | $77,960 | $61,940 | -21% in Reno |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,390 | $62,430 | -20% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $31,200 | $25,700 | -18% in Reno |
| Market Research Analyst | $80,400 | $66,260 | -18% in Reno |
| Dental Hygienist | $100,260 | $117,850 | +18% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chicago or Reno cheaper to live in?
Chicago 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 Chicago?
About $58,505 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Chicago or Reno?
The typical household earns $84,017 in Chicago and $87,100 in Reno, 4% more in Reno.