Omaha is 10% 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
$1,448
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,367
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$78,947
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$245,500
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,128
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$131
$129
👥 People living there
488,837
273,212
Commute to work
19.6 min
20.3 min
College degree
40.1%
36.8%
Own their home
57.4%
49.8%
Below poverty line
13.5%
12.6%
Unemployment
4.2%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Omaha for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Reno for higher incomes, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Omaha | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $61,040 | $81,360 | +33% in Reno |
| Registered Nurse | $84,600 | $107,520 | +27% in Reno |
| Dental Hygienist | $94,170 | $117,850 | +25% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,290 | $25,700 | -25% in Reno |
| Lawyer | $131,730 | $163,380 | +24% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,540 | $78,600 | +24% in Reno |
| Plumber | $63,400 | $77,020 | +21% in Reno |
| Carpenter | $52,800 | $62,350 | +18% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Omaha or Reno cheaper to live in?
Omaha is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,448 a month there versus $1,783 in Reno.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Omaha?
About $65,942 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Omaha or Reno?
The typical household earns $78,947 in Omaha and $87,100 in Reno, 9% more in Reno.