salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tempe to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,783
$1,953
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,726
$1,899
💵 Families earn per year
$87,100
$85,917
🔑 Buying a house
$548,300
$455,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.0
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,358
$2,175
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$146
👥 People living there
273,212
188,065
Commute to work
20.3 min
20.9 min
College degree
36.8%
50%
Own their home
49.8%
42.3%
Below poverty line
12.6%
15.8%
Unemployment
5.1%
5.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Reno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
- Pick Tempe for cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Reno | Tempe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $25,700 | $47,530 | +85% in Tempe |
| Firefighter | $81,360 | $61,780 | -24% in Tempe |
| Plumber | $77,020 | $63,750 | -17% in Tempe |
| Lawyer | $163,380 | $135,670 | -17% in Tempe |
| Electrician | $72,800 | $61,210 | -16% in Tempe |
| Civil Engineer | $105,470 | $90,330 | -14% in Tempe |
| Dental Hygienist | $117,850 | $102,520 | -13% in Tempe |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,260 | $74,590 | +13% in Tempe |
Frequently asked questions
Is Reno or Tempe cheaper to live in?
Reno and Tempe cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tempe to match $60,000 in Reno?
About $61,367 a year gives the same standard of living in Tempe.
Where do people earn more, Reno or Tempe?
The typical household earns $87,100 in Reno and $85,917 in Tempe, 1% more in Reno.