salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,932
$1,806
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,941
$1,614
💵 Families earn per year
$101,010
$79,676
🔑 Buying a house
$555,300
$427,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
98.1
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,024
$2,065
⚡ Electric bill per month
$134
$159
👥 People living there
979,539
660,400
Commute to work
23.7 min
25.7 min
College degree
59.6%
27.7%
Own their home
43.4%
56.6%
Below poverty line
12%
14%
Unemployment
4.7%
7.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Austin for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Las Vegas for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Austin | Las Vegas | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | $50,260 | $62,380 | +24% in Las Vegas |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,550 | $45,350 | +18% in Las Vegas |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,580 | $75,920 | +18% in Las Vegas |
| Operations Manager | $117,850 | $97,290 | -17% in Las Vegas |
| Electrician | $60,390 | $70,890 | +17% in Las Vegas |
| Cashier | $33,940 | $29,360 | -13% in Las Vegas |
| Nurse Practitioner | $128,050 | $144,060 | +13% in Las Vegas |
| Pharmacist | $151,290 | $136,250 | -10% in Las Vegas |
Frequently asked questions
Is Austin or Las Vegas cheaper to live in?
Austin and Las Vegas cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Las Vegas to match $60,000 in Austin?
About $61,315 a year gives the same standard of living in Las Vegas.
Where do people earn more, Austin or Las Vegas?
The typical household earns $101,010 in Austin and $79,676 in Las Vegas, 27% more in Austin.