Cincinnati is 6% 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
$1,379
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,208
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$57,062
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$230,900
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.4
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,169
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$129
👥 People living there
311,224
273,212
Commute to work
22.4 min
20.3 min
College degree
41.8%
36.8%
Own their home
39.8%
49.8%
Below poverty line
25.5%
12.6%
Unemployment
6.8%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Cincinnati for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Reno for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cincinnati | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $58,570 | $81,360 | +39% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,530 | $25,700 | -30% in Reno |
| Registered Nurse | $83,650 | $107,520 | +29% in Reno |
| Lawyer | $130,980 | $163,380 | +25% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,180 | $78,600 | +22% in Reno |
| Plumber | $65,160 | $77,020 | +18% in Reno |
| Nursing Assistant | $40,350 | $46,760 | +16% in Reno |
| Electrician | $63,490 | $72,800 | +15% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cincinnati or Reno cheaper to live in?
Cincinnati is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,379 a month there versus $1,783 in Reno.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Cincinnati?
About $63,551 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Cincinnati or Reno?
The typical household earns $57,062 in Cincinnati and $87,100 in Reno, 34% more in Reno.