salaryRent is lower than in 56% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 6.0 years of household income, so buying is hard for most locals. Most households rent (58%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $61,280 a year. That is $29 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Nevada cities?
Yes. Rent here is cheaper than in most of Nevada. It is number 13 of 34 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
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How much do households earn in Paradise?
Share of households by yearly income. 18.4% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Paradise
| Size | Paradise | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,198 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,280 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,510 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,935 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,044 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Paradise 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 Paradise
Life in Paradise
What jobs pay in Paradise
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $150,510 | 12.2% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $144,060 | 12.8% |
| Pharmacist | $136,250 | 13.5% |
| Physician Assistant | $134,660 | 13.7% |
| Software Developer | $129,940 | 14.1% |
| Dental Hygienist | $109,210 | 16.8% |
| Civil Engineer | $106,110 | 17.3% |
| Registered Nurse | $103,940 | 17.7% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $103,760 | 17.7% |
| Operations Manager | $97,290 | 18.9% |
| Accountant | $80,530 | 22.8% |
| Police Officer | $77,750 | 23.6% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,920 | 24.2% |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,670 | 24.6% |
| Electrician | $70,890 | 25.9% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,040 | 28.3% |
| Carpenter | $62,380 | 29.5% |
| Truck Driver | $60,650 | 30.3% |
| HVAC Technician | $60,240 | 30.5% |
| Plumber | $59,700 | 30.8% |
| Firefighter | $59,280 | 31.0% |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,350 | 40.5% |
| Medical Assistant | $44,220 | 41.6% |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,560 | 46.5% |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,940 | 47.2% |
| Restaurant Cook | $38,800 | 47.4% |
| Retail Salesperson | $33,720 | 54.5% |
| Cashier | $29,360 | 62.6% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,110 | 67.8% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Paradise?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $1,134 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $384,200 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $38,420 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Paradise, NV?
Renting in Paradise costs a median of about $1,532 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Nevada median is $1,742.
How much do I need to make to live in Paradise?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $61,280 a year, or $29 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Paradise cheap or expensive?
Paradise is rated OK: rent takes 28.8% of the typical household income of $63,836. It ranks 13th cheapest of 34 Nevada cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Paradise?
The median homeowner in Paradise pays $1,553 a year in property taxes, about 0.40% of the median home value.
Is Paradise 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 Paradise?
The median home value in Paradise is $384,200, about 6.0 times the typical yearly household income.
185,913 people live in Paradise. Numbers are typical (middle) values.