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
$1,719
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,567
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$75,357
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$293,700
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
99.5
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,176
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$189
$129
👥 People living there
977,670
273,212
Commute to work
24.1 min
20.3 min
College degree
33.2%
36.8%
Own their home
57.6%
49.8%
Below poverty line
14.5%
12.6%
Unemployment
4.6%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Jacksonville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Reno for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Jacksonville | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $58,940 | $81,360 | +38% in Reno |
| Plumber | $58,920 | $77,020 | +31% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,630 | $25,700 | -30% in Reno |
| Registered Nurse | $83,520 | $107,520 | +29% in Reno |
| Lawyer | $127,920 | $163,380 | +28% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,070 | $78,600 | +27% in Reno |
| Electrician | $58,280 | $72,800 | +25% in Reno |
| Dental Hygienist | $94,960 | $117,850 | +24% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Jacksonville or Reno cheaper to live in?
Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville?
About $60,923 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Jacksonville or Reno?
The typical household earns $75,357 in Jacksonville and $87,100 in Reno, 13% more in Reno.