Nashville is 5% 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
$1,881
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,652
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$83,445
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$413,600
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
96.3
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,472
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$144
$129
👥 People living there
690,130
273,212
Commute to work
24.7 min
20.3 min
College degree
48%
36.8%
Own their home
52.4%
49.8%
Below poverty line
14.1%
12.6%
Unemployment
4.5%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Nashville for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
- Pick Reno for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Nashville | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $49,300 | $81,360 | +65% in Reno |
| Police Officer | $68,780 | $92,130 | +34% in Reno |
| Plumber | $60,100 | $77,020 | +28% in Reno |
| Registered Nurse | $84,040 | $107,520 | +28% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,940 | $78,600 | +27% in Reno |
| Dental Hygienist | $94,030 | $117,850 | +25% in Reno |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,510 | $46,760 | +18% in Reno |
| Electrician | $63,340 | $72,800 | +15% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Nashville or Reno cheaper to live in?
Nashville is about 5% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,881 a month there versus $1,783 in Reno.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Nashville?
About $62,912 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Nashville or Reno?
The typical household earns $83,445 in Nashville and $87,100 in Reno, 4% more in Reno.