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
$1,533
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,499
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$69,901
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$277,800
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.6
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,198
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$129
👥 People living there
2,328,253
273,212
Commute to work
27.2 min
20.3 min
College degree
36.6%
36.8%
Own their home
42.1%
49.8%
Below poverty line
19.9%
12.6%
Unemployment
6.9%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Houston 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 | Houston | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $59,120 | $81,360 | +38% in Reno |
| Plumber | $61,300 | $77,020 | +26% in Reno |
| Carpenter | $49,670 | $62,350 | +26% in Reno |
| Police Officer | $74,570 | $92,130 | +24% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,670 | $78,600 | +23% in Reno |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,970 | $46,760 | +23% in Reno |
| Electrician | $59,180 | $72,800 | +23% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,080 | $25,700 | +16% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Houston or Reno cheaper to live in?
Houston 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 Houston?
About $61,451 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Houston or Reno?
The typical household earns $69,901 in Houston and $87,100 in Reno, 20% more in Reno.