salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Scottsdale to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,783
$2,287
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,726
$2,188
💵 Families earn per year
$87,100
$119,591
🔑 Buying a house
$548,300
$789,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.0
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,358
$2,956
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$182
👥 People living there
273,212
243,821
Commute to work
20.3 min
21.6 min
College degree
36.8%
61.9%
Own their home
49.8%
67%
Below poverty line
12.6%
7.3%
Unemployment
5.1%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Reno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Scottsdale for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Reno | Scottsdale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $25,700 | $47,530 | +85% in Scottsdale |
| Firefighter | $81,360 | $61,780 | -24% in Scottsdale |
| Plumber | $77,020 | $63,750 | -17% in Scottsdale |
| Lawyer | $163,380 | $135,670 | -17% in Scottsdale |
| Electrician | $72,800 | $61,210 | -16% in Scottsdale |
| Civil Engineer | $105,470 | $90,330 | -14% in Scottsdale |
| Dental Hygienist | $117,850 | $102,520 | -13% in Scottsdale |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,260 | $74,590 | +13% in Scottsdale |
Frequently asked questions
Is Reno or Scottsdale cheaper to live in?
Reno and Scottsdale cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Scottsdale to match $60,000 in Reno?
About $61,367 a year gives the same standard of living in Scottsdale.
Where do people earn more, Reno or Scottsdale?
The typical household earns $87,100 in Reno and $119,591 in Scottsdale, 27% more in Scottsdale.