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
$1,347
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,153
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$43,073
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$83,900
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.3
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,402
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$129
👥 People living there
638,530
273,212
Commute to work
24.8 min
20.3 min
College degree
18.1%
36.8%
Own their home
50.3%
49.8%
Below poverty line
32.7%
12.6%
Unemployment
14%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Detroit for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Reno for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Detroit | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $84,480 | $117,850 | +40% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $37,490 | $25,700 | -31% in Reno |
| Firefighter | $62,730 | $81,360 | +30% in Reno |
| Lawyer | $134,980 | $163,380 | +21% in Reno |
| Medical Assistant | $39,410 | $47,010 | +19% in Reno |
| Police Officer | $78,450 | $92,130 | +17% in Reno |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,900 | $46,760 | +17% in Reno |
| Market Research Analyst | $77,100 | $66,260 | -14% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Detroit or Reno cheaper to live in?
Detroit 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 Detroit?
About $60,428 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Detroit or Reno?
The typical household earns $43,073 in Detroit and $87,100 in Reno, 51% more in Reno.