salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Spokane to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,783
$1,489
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,726
$1,351
💵 Families earn per year
$87,100
$75,564
🔑 Buying a house
$548,300
$363,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.0
100.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,358
$2,947
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$139
👥 People living there
273,212
230,293
Commute to work
20.3 min
20.6 min
College degree
36.8%
33.9%
Own their home
49.8%
58.8%
Below poverty line
12.6%
13.8%
Unemployment
5.1%
5.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Reno for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Spokane for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Reno | Spokane | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $25,700 | $48,560 | +89% in Spokane |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,430 | $98,800 | +58% in Spokane |
| Lawyer | $163,380 | $123,880 | -24% in Spokane |
| Cashier | $31,190 | $36,290 | +16% in Spokane |
| Restaurant Cook | $38,930 | $44,230 | +14% in Spokane |
| Operations Manager | $106,050 | $119,420 | +13% in Spokane |
| Medical Assistant | $47,010 | $51,720 | +10% in Spokane |
| Physician Assistant | $134,550 | $147,570 | +10% in Spokane |
Frequently asked questions
Is Reno or Spokane cheaper to live in?
Reno and Spokane cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Spokane to match $60,000 in Reno?
About $59,603 a year gives the same standard of living in Spokane.
Where do people earn more, Reno or Spokane?
The typical household earns $87,100 in Reno and $75,564 in Spokane, 15% more in Reno.