salary$82,370 a year$40 an hour · median pay in the Reno, NV area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$59,670per year
Top pay (top 10%)$129,210per year
Jobs in the area1,480people work this job
Can a accountant afford Reno?
OK. Rent of $1,783 a month takes 26.0% of the median accountant salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Reno, NV?
The median pay for a accountant in the Reno, NV area is $82,370 a year ($40 an hour). Most earn between $59,670 and $129,210.
Can a accountant afford to live in Reno?
Typical rent of $1,783 a month takes 26.0% of the median accountant salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Reno, NV metro area.