Oakland, California vs. Reno, Nevada

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Reno, Nevada is 31.4% cheaper than Oakland, California.

You would need a salary of $239,923 in Reno, Nevada to maintain the standard of living you have in Oakland, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Reno, Nevada is cheaper than Oakland, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
39% cheaper in Reno
than in Oakland, California
Oakland, CA vs. Reno, NV
Compared to Oakland, Reno is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.4% 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
  8.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.9% higher
  Commute
  25.1% lower
  Health
  18.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.1% lower