Reno, Nevada vs. Santa Monica, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Santa Monica, California is 124.7% more expensive than Reno, Nevada.

You would need a salary of $112,355 in Santa Monica, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Reno, Nevada.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Santa Monica, California is more expensive than Reno, Nevada
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
235% more expensive in Santa Monica
than in Reno, Nevada
Reno, NV vs. Santa Monica, CA
Compared to Reno, Santa Monica is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  124.7% 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
  8.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  358.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  15.5% lower
  Commute
  64.3% higher
  Health
  5.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.7% higher