Pittsburgh is 7% 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
$1,621
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,484
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$70,903
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$205,800
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
94.7
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,822
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$114
$129
👥 People living there
304,759
273,212
Commute to work
22.7 min
20.3 min
College degree
49.1%
36.8%
Own their home
47.7%
49.8%
Below poverty line
20.1%
12.6%
Unemployment
6.1%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Pittsburgh for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Reno for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Pittsburgh | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $75,960 | $117,850 | +55% in Reno |
| Registered Nurse | $82,370 | $107,520 | +31% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,470 | $25,700 | -28% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,060 | $78,600 | +25% in Reno |
| Lawyer | $133,040 | $163,380 | +23% in Reno |
| Elementary School Teacher | $76,550 | $62,430 | -18% in Reno |
| Pharmacist | $134,180 | $154,380 | +15% in Reno |
| Nurse Practitioner | $119,630 | $137,360 | +15% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Pittsburgh or Reno cheaper to live in?
Pittsburgh is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,621 a month there versus $1,783 in Reno.
What salary do I need in Reno to match $60,000 in Pittsburgh?
About $64,020 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Pittsburgh or Reno?
The typical household earns $70,903 in Pittsburgh and $87,100 in Reno, 19% more in Reno.