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
$1,806
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,614
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$79,676
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$427,900
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,065
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$159
$129
👥 People living there
660,400
273,212
Commute to work
25.7 min
20.3 min
College degree
27.7%
36.8%
Own their home
56.6%
49.8%
Below poverty line
14%
12.6%
Unemployment
7.4%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Las Vegas 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 | Las Vegas | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $59,280 | $81,360 | +37% in Reno |
| Plumber | $59,700 | $77,020 | +29% in Reno |
| Police Officer | $77,750 | $92,130 | +18% in Reno |
| Pharmacist | $136,250 | $154,380 | +13% in Reno |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,940 | $43,990 | +13% in Reno |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,670 | $66,260 | -11% in Reno |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,560 | $43,930 | +11% in Reno |
| Operations Manager | $97,290 | $106,050 | +9% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Las Vegas or Reno cheaper to live in?
Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas?
About $60,478 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Las Vegas or Reno?
The typical household earns $79,676 in Las Vegas and $87,100 in Reno, 9% more in Reno.