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
$1,901
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$91,476
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$452,600
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,765
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$129
👥 People living there
487,887
273,212
Commute to work
22.7 min
20.3 min
College degree
42.7%
36.8%
Own their home
60.9%
49.8%
Below poverty line
9%
12.6%
Unemployment
5.6%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Colorado Springs for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Reno for lower rent, shorter commutes, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Colorado Springs | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $106,320 | $163,380 | +54% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,230 | $25,700 | -44% in Reno |
| Firefighter | $63,110 | $81,360 | +29% in Reno |
| Plumber | $60,510 | $77,020 | +27% in Reno |
| Market Research Analyst | $90,210 | $66,260 | -27% in Reno |
| Electrician | $59,210 | $72,800 | +23% in Reno |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $128,740 | $106,690 | -17% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $68,360 | $78,600 | +15% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Colorado Springs or Reno cheaper to live in?
Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs?
About $60,183 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Colorado Springs or Reno?
The typical household earns $91,476 in Colorado Springs and $87,100 in Reno, 5% more in Colorado Springs.