Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
5% cheaper
Reno is 5% more affordable than Tacoma. A $75,000 salary in Tacoma is equivalent to $71,154 in Reno.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Nevada salaries · Washington salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Reno has a housing index of 133 while Tacoma sits at 140 (national average = 100). The median home in Reno costs $450,000 compared to $400,000 in Tacoma, a difference of $50,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,600 in Reno versus $1,600 in Tacoma.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Reno scores 102 while Tacoma scores 105. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Reno (96) are lower than Tacoma (106). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Reno is $61,648 compared to $58,974 in Tacoma. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Reno.
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