salaryHuntsville is 9% 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
$1,364
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$129
👥 People living there
222,791
273,212
Commute to work
19.7 min
20.3 min
College degree
47.2%
36.8%
Own their home
58.3%
49.8%
Below poverty line
12.6%
12.6%
Unemployment
4.1%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Reno for higher incomes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $117,850 | +89% in Reno |
| Firefighter | $48,010 | $81,360 | +69% in Reno |
| Police Officer | $64,550 | $92,130 | +43% in Reno |
| Registered Nurse | $77,090 | $107,520 | +39% in Reno |
| Plumber | $57,020 | $77,020 | +35% in Reno |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,210 | $46,760 | +33% in Reno |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,900 | $137,360 | +32% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $59,860 | $78,600 | +31% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Reno cheaper to live in?
Huntsville is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,364 a month there versus $1,783 in Reno.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $65,120 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Reno?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $87,100 in Reno, 7% more in Reno.