Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
4% cheaper
Springfield is 4% more affordable than Reno. A $75,000 salary in Reno is equivalent to $72,297 in Springfield.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Reno has a housing index of 133 while Springfield sits at 106 (national average = 100). The median home in Reno costs $450,000 compared to $230,000 in Springfield, a difference of $220,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,600 in Reno versus $1,200 in Springfield.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Reno scores 102 while Springfield scores 104. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Reno (96) are lower than Springfield (114).
Median household income in Reno is $61,648 compared to $41,612 in Springfield. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Springfield.
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