Mobile is 15% 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
$1,257
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,109
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$57,762
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$193,300
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
88.1
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$968
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$129
👥 People living there
203,416
273,212
Commute to work
22.8 min
20.3 min
College degree
32%
36.8%
Own their home
54%
49.8%
Below poverty line
18.4%
12.6%
Unemployment
5.6%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Mobile 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 | Mobile | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $47,000 | $92,130 | +96% in Reno |
| Dental Hygienist | $60,710 | $117,850 | +94% in Reno |
| Firefighter | $46,770 | $81,360 | +74% in Reno |
| Nursing Assistant | $30,880 | $46,760 | +51% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $57,030 | $78,600 | +38% in Reno |
| Registered Nurse | $79,490 | $107,520 | +35% in Reno |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,480 | $137,360 | +33% in Reno |
| Plumber | $59,410 | $77,020 | +30% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Mobile or Reno cheaper to live in?
Mobile is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,257 a month there versus $1,783 in Reno.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Mobile?
About $68,797 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Mobile or Reno?
The typical household earns $57,762 in Mobile and $87,100 in Reno, 34% more in Reno.