salaryLubbock is 11% 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
$1,301
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,195
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$65,675
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$212,400
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.3
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,333
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$184
$129
👥 People living there
264,814
273,212
Commute to work
16.3 min
20.3 min
College degree
35.1%
36.8%
Own their home
51.2%
49.8%
Below poverty line
18.9%
12.6%
Unemployment
5.2%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Lubbock for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Reno for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lubbock | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $48,950 | $77,020 | +57% in Reno |
| Electrician | $47,000 | $72,800 | +55% in Reno |
| Carpenter | $43,500 | $62,350 | +43% in Reno |
| Dental Hygienist | $86,340 | $117,850 | +36% in Reno |
| Nursing Assistant | $34,300 | $46,760 | +36% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $58,510 | $78,600 | +34% in Reno |
| Registered Nurse | $81,480 | $107,520 | +32% in Reno |
| Lawyer | $124,410 | $163,380 | +31% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lubbock or Reno cheaper to live in?
Lubbock is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,301 a month there versus $1,783 in Reno.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Lubbock?
About $66,371 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Lubbock or Reno?
The typical household earns $65,675 in Lubbock and $87,100 in Reno, 25% more in Reno.