salaryLas Vegas is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Las Vegas to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$1,806
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,614
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$79,676
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$427,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$2,065
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$159
👥 People living there
397,742
660,400
Commute to work
26.6 min
25.7 min
College degree
32.6%
27.7%
Own their home
54.3%
56.6%
Below poverty line
12.9%
14%
Unemployment
5.7%
7.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Las Vegas for shorter commutes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Las Vegas | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | $48,740 | $62,380 | +28% in Las Vegas |
| Electrician | $59,010 | $70,890 | +20% in Las Vegas |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | $75,920 | +18% in Las Vegas |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | $45,350 | +18% in Las Vegas |
| Police Officer | $92,910 | $77,750 | -16% in Las Vegas |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $103,760 | -15% in Las Vegas |
| Operations Manager | $111,010 | $97,290 | -12% in Las Vegas |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $27,110 | +12% in Las Vegas |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Las Vegas cheaper to live in?
Las Vegas is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,806 a month there versus $1,648 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Las Vegas to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $58,327 a year gives the same standard of living in Las Vegas.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Las Vegas?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $79,676 in Las Vegas, 2% more in Arlington.