Plano, TX vs Reno, NV

Reno is moderately more affordable than Plano, with a 5.9% lower cost of living index. Plano scores 126 compared to 119 for Reno, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Plano can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Plano is $1,792/month compared to $1,453/month in Reno — a 23% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Reno has cheaper rent, Plano actually has lower median home values ($440,600 vs $498,600).

Median household income in Plano is $108,649 compared to $78,448 in Reno (+38.5%). While Plano is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Plano spend roughly 19.8% of their income on rent, less than the 22.2% in Reno.

Climate-wise, Plano is notably warmer with an average of 65°F compared to 55°F in Reno. Plano receives more rainfall at 38.3" per year compared to 7.4" in Reno.