salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Salt Lake City to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,783
$1,608
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,726
$1,657
💵 Families earn per year
$87,100
$80,985
🔑 Buying a house
$548,300
$539,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.0
100.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,358
$2,729
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$77
👥 People living there
273,212
208,007
Commute to work
20.3 min
19.5 min
College degree
36.8%
51.5%
Own their home
49.8%
45.8%
Below poverty line
12.6%
13.6%
Unemployment
5.1%
4.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Reno for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Salt Lake City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Reno | Salt Lake City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $81,360 | $59,150 | -27% in Salt Lake City |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $25,700 | $32,320 | +26% in Salt Lake City |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,430 | $77,920 | +25% in Salt Lake City |
| Registered Nurse | $107,520 | $85,890 | -20% in Salt Lake City |
| Dental Hygienist | $117,850 | $94,330 | -20% in Salt Lake City |
| Lawyer | $163,380 | $136,990 | -16% in Salt Lake City |
| Plumber | $77,020 | $64,800 | -16% in Salt Lake City |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,600 | $66,970 | -15% in Salt Lake City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Reno or Salt Lake City cheaper to live in?
Reno and Salt Lake City cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Salt Lake City to match $60,000 in Reno?
About $59,913 a year gives the same standard of living in Salt Lake City.
Where do people earn more, Reno or Salt Lake City?
The typical household earns $87,100 in Reno and $80,985 in Salt Lake City, 8% more in Reno.