Elgin, Illinois vs. Reno, Nevada

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reno, Nevada is 32.1% more expensive than Elgin, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $99,072 in Reno, Nevada to maintain the standard of living you have in Elgin, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reno, Nevada is more expensive than Elgin, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
87% more expensive in Reno
than in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin, IL vs. Reno, NV
Compared to Elgin, Reno is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.1% higher
      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
  6.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  92.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.2% lower
  Commute
  3.6% higher
  Health
  3.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.9% lower