salaryReno is 10% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Santa Clarita to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,783
$3,027
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,726
$2,662
💵 Families earn per year
$87,100
$132,722
🔑 Buying a house
$548,300
$784,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.0
110.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,358
$6,890
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$166
👥 People living there
273,212
230,221
Commute to work
20.3 min
34.1 min
College degree
36.8%
39.8%
Own their home
49.8%
71.8%
Below poverty line
12.6%
7.4%
Unemployment
5.1%
5.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Reno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Santa Clarita for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Frequently asked questions
Is Reno or Santa Clarita cheaper to live in?
Reno is about 10% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,783 a month there versus $3,027 in Santa Clarita.
What salary do I need in Santa Clarita to match $60,000 in Reno?
About $65,765 a year gives the same standard of living in Santa Clarita.
Where do people earn more, Reno or Santa Clarita?
The typical household earns $87,100 in Reno and $132,722 in Santa Clarita, 34% more in Santa Clarita.