salaryReno is 10% 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
$2,808
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,306
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$116,513
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$758,700
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
111.9
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,058
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$137
$129
👥 People living there
276,375
273,212
Commute to work
28.6 min
20.3 min
College degree
33.2%
36.8%
Own their home
59.8%
49.8%
Below poverty line
8.7%
12.6%
Unemployment
8%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Chula Vista for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Reno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chula Vista | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $97,000 | $62,430 | -36% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,850 | $25,700 | -28% in Reno |
| Software Developer | $163,270 | $125,710 | -23% in Reno |
| Registered Nurse | $139,520 | $107,520 | -23% in Reno |
| Physician Assistant | $165,160 | $134,550 | -19% in Reno |
| HVAC Technician | $74,880 | $61,940 | -17% in Reno |
| Market Research Analyst | $79,440 | $66,260 | -17% in Reno |
| Police Officer | $110,400 | $92,130 | -17% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chula Vista or Reno cheaper to live in?
Reno is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,783 a month there versus $2,808 in Chula Vista.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Chula Vista?
About $54,169 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Chula Vista or Reno?
The typical household earns $116,513 in Chula Vista and $87,100 in Reno, 34% more in Chula Vista.