Scottsdale, Arizona vs. Reno, Nevada

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reno, Nevada is 14.9% cheaper than Scottsdale, Arizona.

You would need a salary of $59,564 in Reno, Nevada to maintain the standard of living you have in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reno, Nevada is cheaper than Scottsdale, Arizona
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
31% cheaper in Reno
than in Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, AZ vs. Reno, NV
Compared to Scottsdale, Reno is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.9% 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
  1.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  21.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.6% lower
  Commute
  13.7% lower
  Health
  3.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.3% lower