salaryMadison is 4% 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
$1,723
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,628
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$84,177
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$372,900
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,541
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$120
$129
👥 People living there
278,001
273,212
Commute to work
19.4 min
20.3 min
College degree
59.9%
36.8%
Own their home
46%
49.8%
Below poverty line
16.4%
12.6%
Unemployment
2.7%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Madison for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Reno for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Madison | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $56,430 | $81,360 | +44% in Reno |
| Lawyer | $124,130 | $163,380 | +32% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,550 | $78,600 | +22% in Reno |
| Dental Hygienist | $100,340 | $117,850 | +17% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,910 | $25,700 | -17% in Reno |
| Operations Manager | $126,620 | $106,050 | -16% in Reno |
| Police Officer | $80,580 | $92,130 | +14% in Reno |
| Cashier | $34,550 | $31,190 | -10% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Madison or Reno cheaper to live in?
Madison is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,723 a month there versus $1,783 in Reno.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Madison?
About $62,299 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Madison or Reno?
The typical household earns $84,177 in Madison and $87,100 in Reno, 3% more in Reno.