salaryMilwaukee 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
$1,284
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,170
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$58,491
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$184,000
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
96.9
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,668
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$156
$129
👥 People living there
566,973
273,212
Commute to work
22.4 min
20.3 min
College degree
27.4%
36.8%
Own their home
41.8%
49.8%
Below poverty line
22.8%
12.6%
Unemployment
6.2%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Milwaukee for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Reno for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Milwaukee | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $49,760 | $81,360 | +64% in Reno |
| Lawyer | $131,100 | $163,380 | +25% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,410 | $78,600 | +20% in Reno |
| Dental Hygienist | $98,780 | $117,850 | +19% in Reno |
| Operations Manager | $125,490 | $106,050 | -15% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $30,330 | $25,700 | -15% in Reno |
| Police Officer | $82,090 | $92,130 | +12% in Reno |
| Registered Nurse | $97,360 | $107,520 | +10% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Milwaukee or Reno cheaper to live in?
Milwaukee is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,284 a month there versus $1,783 in Reno.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Milwaukee?
About $62,523 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Milwaukee or Reno?
The typical household earns $58,491 in Milwaukee and $87,100 in Reno, 33% more in Reno.