Reno, Nevada vs. Santa Clara, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Clara, California is 94.3% more expensive than Reno, Nevada.

You would need a salary of $87,434 in Santa Clara, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Reno, Nevada.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Clara, California is more expensive than Reno, Nevada
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
190% more expensive in Santa Clara
than in Reno, Nevada
Reno, NV vs. Santa Clara, CA
Compared to Reno, Santa Clara is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  94.3% 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
  13.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  248.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.0% lower
  Commute
  49.2% higher
  Health
  12.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.4% higher