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
$2,044
$1,806
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,857
$1,614
💵 Families earn per year
$97,214
$79,676
🔑 Buying a house
$484,900
$427,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,520
$2,065
⚡ Electric bill per month
$151
$159
👥 People living there
332,141
660,400
Commute to work
24.3 min
25.7 min
College degree
37.4%
27.7%
Own their home
66.1%
56.6%
Below poverty line
9%
14%
Unemployment
6.8%
7.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Henderson 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 | Henderson | Las Vegas | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $103,940 | $103,940 | 0% in Las Vegas |
| Nurse Practitioner | $144,060 | $144,060 | 0% in Las Vegas |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,920 | $75,920 | 0% in Las Vegas |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,350 | $45,350 | 0% in Las Vegas |
| Medical Assistant | $44,220 | $44,220 | 0% in Las Vegas |
| Pharmacist | $136,250 | $136,250 | 0% in Las Vegas |
| Physician Assistant | $134,660 | $134,660 | 0% in Las Vegas |
| Dental Hygienist | $109,210 | $109,210 | 0% in Las Vegas |
Frequently asked questions
Is Henderson or Las Vegas cheaper to live in?
Henderson 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 Henderson?
About $60,000 a year gives the same standard of living in Las Vegas.
Where do people earn more, Henderson or Las Vegas?
The typical household earns $97,214 in Henderson and $79,676 in Las Vegas, 22% more in Henderson.