salaryReno is 3% 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
$1,988
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,761
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$86,162
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$442,700
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.1
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,835
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$166
$129
👥 People living there
219,215
273,212
Commute to work
30.2 min
20.3 min
College degree
21.2%
36.8%
Own their home
58.9%
49.8%
Below poverty line
13.3%
12.6%
Unemployment
7.2%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Modesto for cheaper homes.
- Pick Reno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Modesto | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,640 | $62,430 | -39% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,910 | $25,700 | -26% in Reno |
| Plumber | $63,280 | $77,020 | +22% in Reno |
| Nurse Practitioner | $173,380 | $137,360 | -21% in Reno |
| Registered Nurse | $132,590 | $107,520 | -19% in Reno |
| Physician Assistant | $165,730 | $134,550 | -19% in Reno |
| Carpenter | $73,730 | $62,350 | -15% in Reno |
| Cashier | $36,490 | $31,190 | -15% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Modesto or Reno cheaper to live in?
Reno is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,783 a month there versus $1,988 in Modesto.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Modesto?
About $58,217 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Modesto or Reno?
The typical household earns $86,162 in Modesto and $87,100 in Reno, 1% more in Reno.