salaryReno is 13% 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
$2,511
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,352
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$109,576
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$929,900
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
115.6
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,575
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$127
$129
👥 People living there
439,418
273,212
Commute to work
29.8 min
20.3 min
College degree
48.7%
36.8%
Own their home
42.3%
49.8%
Below poverty line
13.4%
12.6%
Unemployment
6.4%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Oakland for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Reno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Oakland | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $123,250 | $66,260 | -46% in Reno |
| Registered Nurse | $186,610 | $107,520 | -42% in Reno |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $62,430 | -39% in Reno |
| Nurse Practitioner | $219,080 | $137,360 | -37% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $38,860 | $25,700 | -34% in Reno |
| Software Developer | $186,640 | $125,710 | -33% in Reno |
| Police Officer | $132,000 | $92,130 | -30% in Reno |
| Carpenter | $89,200 | $62,350 | -30% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Oakland or Reno cheaper to live in?
Reno is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,783 a month there versus $2,511 in Oakland.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Oakland?
About $52,424 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Oakland or Reno?
The typical household earns $109,576 in Oakland and $87,100 in Reno, 26% more in Oakland.