Alameda, California vs. Reno, Nevada

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reno, Nevada is 42.4% cheaper than Alameda, California.

You would need a salary of $28,810 in Reno, Nevada to maintain the standard of living you have in Alameda, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reno, Nevada is cheaper than Alameda, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Reno
than in Alameda, California
Alameda, CA vs. Reno, NV
Compared to Alameda, Reno is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  42.4% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  9.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  62.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.9% higher
  Commute
  24.9% lower
  Health
  18.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% lower