Las Vegas, NV Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Las Vegas, Nevada?
$6,120 / month
for a family, 13.3% more expensive than the national average A total of $73,440 for the year for a family.
$4,267 / month
for a single person, 10.5% less expensive than the national average A total of $51,200 for the year for a single person.

Las Vegas cost of living score
110.6
More expensive
10.6% higher
than the US average
0.8% higher
than the Nevada average
Las Vegas, Nevada gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 110.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 10.6% higher than the U.S. average and 0.8% lower than the average for Nevada.

Las Vegas, NV

Housing costs in Las Vegas?
A typical home costs $384,000, which is 13.6% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 7.9% less expensive than the average Nevada home, at $417,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Las Vegas costs $1,540 per month, which is 7.7% more than the national average of $1,430 and 5.8% more than the state average of $1,450.

Can I afford Las Vegas?
To live comfortably in Las Vegas, Nevada, a minimum annual income of $73,440 for a family, and $51,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Las Vegas?
Las Vegas, Nevada remains surprisingly affordable despite its reputation as a party city. Homeowners can take advantage of various housing options ranging from single-family homes to condos - while renters have access to some attractive deals too. Furthermore, groceries and transportation expenses remain quite low compared with other major US cities - making Las Vegas worth considering if you're looking for value out of your dollar.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesLas VegasNevadaUnited States
  110.6109.7100.0
  102.3100.3100
  93.094.6100.0
  114.5122.9100.0
  $384,000$417,100$338,100
  102.697.2100
  128.5116.7100.0
  109.7100.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Shows the worst of American behavior and values. Right up there with New Orleans. But there is a bright side. Liberals flock there. Please  More

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I went to Vegas to visit, and didn’t want to leave. Vegas had something for everyone, from the down and out, to the well to do, and everybody gets alone, because nobody  More

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Everything is available here from filipino cuisines to japanese shops to Winco's to themed cafes. However, the city is a little high in crime. Any side of the east side  More

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