salaryReno is 9% 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
$2,474
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,057
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$103,765
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$652,700
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
110.5
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,485
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$91
$129
👥 People living there
200,928
273,212
Commute to work
25.3 min
20.3 min
College degree
19.5%
36.8%
Own their home
54.4%
49.8%
Below poverty line
11%
12.6%
Unemployment
6.5%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Oxnard for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Reno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Oxnard | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $99,420 | $62,430 | -37% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,910 | $25,700 | -26% in Reno |
| Plumber | $62,300 | $77,020 | +24% in Reno |
| Police Officer | $119,640 | $92,130 | -23% in Reno |
| Software Developer | $159,430 | $125,710 | -21% in Reno |
| Registered Nurse | $131,160 | $107,520 | -18% in Reno |
| Market Research Analyst | $80,100 | $66,260 | -17% in Reno |
| Carpenter | $74,060 | $62,350 | -16% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Oxnard or Reno cheaper to live in?
Reno is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,783 a month there versus $2,474 in Oxnard.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Oxnard?
About $54,832 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Oxnard or Reno?
The typical household earns $103,765 in Oxnard and $87,100 in Reno, 19% more in Oxnard.