salaryNorth Las Vegas is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Scottsdale to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$2,056
$2,287
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,621
$2,188
💵 Families earn per year
$85,786
$119,591
🔑 Buying a house
$404,400
$789,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.2
103.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,854
$2,956
⚡ Electric bill per month
$161
$182
👥 People living there
278,595
243,821
Commute to work
26.7 min
21.6 min
College degree
18.9%
61.9%
Own their home
63.6%
67%
Below poverty line
12.1%
7.3%
Unemployment
8.5%
3.6%
Bottom line
- Pick North Las Vegas for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Scottsdale for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | North Las Vegas | Scottsdale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $27,110 | $47,530 | +75% in Scottsdale |
| Cashier | $29,360 | $34,920 | +19% in Scottsdale |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,560 | $46,410 | +17% in Scottsdale |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,940 | $44,950 | +15% in Scottsdale |
| Civil Engineer | $106,110 | $90,330 | -15% in Scottsdale |
| Electrician | $70,890 | $61,210 | -14% in Scottsdale |
| Lawyer | $150,510 | $135,670 | -10% in Scottsdale |
| Police Officer | $77,750 | $85,050 | +9% in Scottsdale |
Frequently asked questions
Is North Las Vegas or Scottsdale cheaper to live in?
North Las Vegas is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $2,056 a month there versus $2,287 in Scottsdale.
What salary do I need in Scottsdale to match $60,000 in North Las Vegas?
About $61,857 a year gives the same standard of living in Scottsdale.
Where do people earn more, North Las Vegas or Scottsdale?
The typical household earns $85,786 in North Las Vegas and $119,591 in Scottsdale, 28% more in Scottsdale.
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