Cost of Living in Washoe Valley, NV

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D-
28%
Overall NAT. AVG.
1%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
88%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Washoe Valley Nevada National
Cost of living128103100
Groceries101102100
Health care105103100
Housing188103100
Transportation102103100
Utilities111111100
Lifestyle & Entertainment100103100
Household Items99102100
Education & Childcare100104100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Washoe Valley is 24% higher than the Nevada average
  • The cost of living in Washoe Valley is 28% higher than the national average
  • Washoe Valley housing is 88% higher than the national average
  • Nevada general sales tax is 34% higher than the national average
  • Nevada state income tax is 100% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$89,079$7,423$2,078$2,673
      Renters$144,396$12,033$3,369$4,332

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      Nevada 6.85% 8.25%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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