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
$1,789
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$76,564
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$374,800
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
102.2
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,723
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$202
$129
👥 People living there
545,970
273,212
Commute to work
22.4 min
20.3 min
College degree
25.5%
36.8%
Own their home
50.1%
49.8%
Below poverty line
20.1%
12.6%
Unemployment
8.9%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Fresno for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Reno for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Fresno | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,320 | $25,700 | -25% in Reno |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,800 | $62,430 | -21% in Reno |
| Plumber | $64,400 | $77,020 | +20% in Reno |
| Nurse Practitioner | $166,570 | $137,360 | -18% in Reno |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,730 | $117,850 | +16% in Reno |
| Truck Driver | $55,740 | $63,790 | +14% in Reno |
| Registered Nurse | $125,420 | $107,520 | -14% in Reno |
| Physician Assistant | $155,440 | $134,550 | -13% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresno or Reno cheaper to live in?
Fresno 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 Fresno?
About $59,328 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Fresno or Reno?
The typical household earns $76,564 in Fresno and $87,100 in Reno, 12% more in Reno.