Cost of Living in Carson City, NV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
122.2
100 = national avg
+22.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,783
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,124
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing153.7
Food104.9
Transportation96.6
Healthcare103.9
Utilities113.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,212
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,546
per month
The overall cost of living index in Carson City is 122.2, which is 22.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 153.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,783 per year to cover basic expenses.