Carlin, NV vs Silver Springs, NV

Carlin is moderately more affordable than Silver Springs, with a 6.4% lower cost of living index. Carlin scores 87 compared to 93 for Silver Springs, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Silver Springs can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Carlin is $1,211/month compared to $1,291/month in Silver Springs — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Carlin is more affordable at $195,000 median vs $238,100.

Median household income in Carlin is $62,232 compared to $53,105 in Silver Springs (+17.2%). Carlin offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Carlin spend roughly 23.4% of their income on rent, less than the 29.2% in Silver Springs.

Climate-wise, Silver Springs is notably warmer with an average of 53.7°F compared to 47.8°F in Carlin. Carlin receives more rainfall at 10" per year compared to 4.9" in Silver Springs.