salaryReno is 8% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,783
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,726
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$87,100
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$548,300
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
101.0
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,358
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$129
$96
👥 People living there
273,212
681,294
Commute to work
20.3 min
30 min
College degree
36.8%
64.2%
Own their home
49.8%
41.5%
Below poverty line
12.6%
15.4%
Unemployment
5.1%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Reno for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Reno | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $25,700 | $46,040 | +79% in Washington |
| Operations Manager | $106,050 | $156,460 | +48% in Washington |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,260 | $87,160 | +32% in Washington |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,430 | $79,470 | +27% in Washington |
| Accountant | $82,370 | $102,140 | +24% in Washington |
| Software Developer | $125,710 | $154,930 | +23% in Washington |
| Lawyer | $163,380 | $195,190 | +19% in Washington |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $106,690 | $127,040 | +19% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Reno or Washington cheaper to live in?
Reno is about 8% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,783 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Reno?
About $64,675 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Reno or Washington?
The typical household earns $87,100 in Reno and $118,495 in Washington, 26% more in Washington.