salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Paradise to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,806
$1,532
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,614
$1,510
💵 Families earn per year
$79,676
$63,836
🔑 Buying a house
$427,900
$384,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,065
$1,553
⚡ Electric bill per month
$159
$142
👥 People living there
660,400
185,913
Commute to work
25.7 min
23.2 min
College degree
27.7%
24.1%
Own their home
56.6%
41.9%
Below poverty line
14%
17.6%
Unemployment
7.4%
9.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Las Vegas for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Paradise for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Las Vegas | Paradise | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $103,940 | $103,940 | 0% in Paradise |
| Nurse Practitioner | $144,060 | $144,060 | 0% in Paradise |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,920 | $75,920 | 0% in Paradise |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,350 | $45,350 | 0% in Paradise |
| Medical Assistant | $44,220 | $44,220 | 0% in Paradise |
| Pharmacist | $136,250 | $136,250 | 0% in Paradise |
| Physician Assistant | $134,660 | $134,660 | 0% in Paradise |
| Dental Hygienist | $109,210 | $109,210 | 0% in Paradise |
Frequently asked questions
Is Las Vegas or Paradise cheaper to live in?
Las Vegas and Paradise cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Paradise to match $60,000 in Las Vegas?
About $60,000 a year gives the same standard of living in Paradise.
Where do people earn more, Las Vegas or Paradise?
The typical household earns $79,676 in Las Vegas and $63,836 in Paradise, 25% more in Las Vegas.