salaryNorth Las Vegas is the 3rd-largest city in Nevada that we track, with 278,595 residents. Rent is higher than in 72% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 4.7 years of household income.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $82,240 a year. That is $40 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Nevada cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Nevada. It is number 26 of 34 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
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How much do households earn in North Las Vegas?
Share of households by yearly income. 26.5% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in North Las Vegas
| Size | North Las Vegas | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,484 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,355 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,621 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,962 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,286 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is North Las Vegas overall?
Everyday prices in the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas metro area are same as the U.S. average (index 100.2, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in North Las Vegas
Life in North Las Vegas
What jobs pay in North Las Vegas
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $150,510 | 16.4% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $144,060 | 17.1% |
| Pharmacist | $136,250 | 18.1% |
| Physician Assistant | $134,660 | 18.3% |
| Software Developer | $129,940 | 19.0% |
| Dental Hygienist | $109,210 | 22.6% |
| Civil Engineer | $106,110 | 23.3% |
| Registered Nurse | $103,940 | 23.7% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,760 | 23.8% |
| Operations Manager | $97,290 | 25.4% |
| Accountant | $80,530 | 30.6% |
| Police Officer | $77,750 | 31.7% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,920 | 32.5% |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,670 | 33.0% |
| Electrician | $70,890 | 34.8% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,040 | 37.9% |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | 39.6% |
| Truck Driver | $60,650 | 40.7% |
| HVAC Technician | $60,240 | 41.0% |
| Plumber | $59,700 | 41.3% |
| Firefighter | $59,280 | 41.6% |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,350 | 54.4% |
| Medical Assistant | $44,220 | 55.8% |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,560 | 62.4% |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,940 | 63.4% |
| Restaurant Cook | $38,800 | 63.6% |
| Retail Salesperson | $33,720 | 73.2% |
| Cashier | $29,360 | 84.0% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,110 | 91.0% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in North Las Vegas?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $750 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $404,400 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $40,440 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in North Las Vegas, NV?
Renting in North Las Vegas costs a median of about $2,056 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Nevada median is $1,742.
How much do I need to make to live in North Las Vegas?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $82,240 a year, or $40 an hour at a full-time job.
Is North Las Vegas cheap or expensive?
North Las Vegas is rated OK: rent takes 28.8% of the typical household income of $85,786. It ranks 26th cheapest of 34 Nevada cities we track.
How much are property taxes in North Las Vegas?
The median homeowner in North Las Vegas pays $1,854 a year in property taxes, about 0.46% of the median home value.
Is North Las Vegas more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are same as the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in North Las Vegas?
The median home value in North Las Vegas is $404,400, about 4.7 times the typical yearly household income.
278,595 people live in North Las Vegas. Numbers are typical (middle) values.