Cost of Living Calculator - Reno, Nevada vs Los Altos, California


The cost of living in Los Altos, California is 289.8% more expensive than Reno, Nevada.

You would need a salary of $249,494 in Los Altos, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Reno, Nevada.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Los Altos, California is more expensive than Reno, Nevada
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
653% more expensive in Los Altos
than in Reno, Nevada
Reno, NV vs Los Altos, CA
Compared to Reno, Los Altos is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  289.8% 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
  24.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  760.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.8% lower
  Commute
  48.3% higher
  Health
  12.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.8% higher

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