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
$2,010
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,058
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$121,065
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$465,900
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$6,700
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$129
👥 People living there
290,594
273,212
Commute to work
25.4 min
20.3 min
College degree
60.5%
36.8%
Own their home
56.9%
49.8%
Below poverty line
6.8%
12.6%
Unemployment
4%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Plano for higher incomes, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Reno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Plano | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $62,350 | +28% in Reno |
| Plumber | $61,250 | $77,020 | +26% in Reno |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $81,360 | +25% in Reno |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $72,800 | +23% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $78,600 | +22% in Reno |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | $46,760 | +21% in Reno |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,870 | $117,850 | +16% in Reno |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,510 | $43,990 | +14% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Plano or Reno cheaper to live in?
Plano 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 Plano?
About $58,792 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Plano or Reno?
The typical household earns $121,065 in Plano and $87,100 in Reno, 39% more in Plano.