salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$2,056
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,621
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$85,786
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$404,400
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,854
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$161
$129
👥 People living there
278,595
273,212
Commute to work
26.7 min
20.3 min
College degree
18.9%
36.8%
Own their home
63.6%
49.8%
Below poverty line
12.1%
12.6%
Unemployment
8.5%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick North Las Vegas for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, less poverty.
- Pick Reno for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | North Las Vegas | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $59,280 | $81,360 | +37% in Reno |
| Plumber | $59,700 | $77,020 | +29% in Reno |
| Police Officer | $77,750 | $92,130 | +18% in Reno |
| Pharmacist | $136,250 | $154,380 | +13% in Reno |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,940 | $43,990 | +13% in Reno |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,670 | $66,260 | -11% in Reno |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,560 | $43,930 | +11% in Reno |
| Operations Manager | $97,290 | $106,050 | +9% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is North Las Vegas or Reno cheaper to live in?
North Las Vegas and Reno cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in North Las Vegas?
About $60,478 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, North Las Vegas or Reno?
The typical household earns $85,786 in North Las Vegas and $87,100 in Reno, 2% more in Reno.