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
$2,470
$1,783
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,839
$1,726
💵 Families earn per year
$86,979
$87,100
🔑 Buying a house
$369,200
$548,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
101.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,585
$2,358
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$129
👥 People living there
232,491
273,212
Commute to work
30.5 min
20.3 min
College degree
28.1%
36.8%
Own their home
84%
49.8%
Below poverty line
9.5%
12.6%
Unemployment
6%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Port St. Lucie for cheaper homes, less poverty.
- Pick Reno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Port St. Lucie | Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $50,990 | $77,020 | +51% in Reno |
| Truck Driver | $48,590 | $63,790 | +31% in Reno |
| Registered Nurse | $82,090 | $107,520 | +31% in Reno |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,250 | $25,700 | -29% in Reno |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,300 | $78,600 | +28% in Reno |
| Carpenter | $48,640 | $62,350 | +28% in Reno |
| Dental Hygienist | $94,060 | $117,850 | +25% in Reno |
| Electrician | $58,540 | $72,800 | +24% in Reno |
Frequently asked questions
Is Port St. Lucie or Reno cheaper to live in?
Port St. Lucie 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 Port St. Lucie?
About $60,471 a year gives the same standard of living in Reno.
Where do people earn more, Port St. Lucie or Reno?
The typical household earns $86,979 in Port St. Lucie and $87,100 in Reno, 0% more in Reno.