Cost of Living in Nevada
Nevada has 14 cities with cost-of-living data on CompareLiving, drawn from US Census, BEA, HUD, and EPA sources. Prices range from Las Vegas (cost index 96.5) to Paradise (96.5), with a statewide average around 96.5 versus the US baseline of 100. Median rent is lowest in Pahrump at $1,152/mo and highest in Summerlin South at $2,400/mo.
Nevada at a Glance
Cities Tracked
14
with census data
Avg Cost Index
96.5
US avg = 100
Avg Median Rent
$1,522
per month
Avg Household Income
$74,155
annual median
Most & Least Affordable Cities
Cost Index = BEA Regional Price Parity (US avg = 100)
Taxes in Nevada
State Income Tax
None
No state income tax on wages
State Sales Tax
6.85%
Statewide base rate · local add-ons may apply
Popular Cities in Nevada
Nevada Cities — Full Table
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| Las Vegas | 650,873 | 96.5 | $1,456 | $395,300 | $70,723 |
| Henderson | 324,523 | 96.5 | $1,750 | $465,000 | $88,654 |
| North Las Vegas | 270,773 | — | $1,605 | $372,300 | $76,772 |
| Reno | 268,959 | — | $1,453 | $498,600 | $78,448 |
| Enterprise | 232,043 | — | $1,823 | $449,300 | $93,980 |
| Spring Valley | 219,913 | — | $1,642 | $407,900 | $72,364 |
| Sunrise Manor | 199,099 | — | $1,284 | $290,900 | $55,034 |
| Paradise | 186,178 | 96.5 | $1,287 | $358,400 | $58,874 |
| Sparks | 109,106 | — | $1,651 | $455,900 | $86,979 |
| Carson | 58,364 | — | $1,172 | $426,700 | $71,809 |
| Whitney | 46,268 | — | $1,477 | $299,700 | $63,480 |
| Pahrump | 45,811 | — | $1,152 | $283,400 | $58,560 |
| Winchester | 37,774 | — | $1,152 | $287,100 | $49,190 |
| Summerlin South | 30,075 | — | $2,400 | $641,600 | $113,301 |
Cost Index = BEA Regional Price Parity (US avg = 100) · Income & Rent = US Census ACS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cost of Living in Nevada
What is the cost of living in Nevada?
The average cost of living index across cities in Nevada is approximately 96.5 (US average = 100), which is slightly below the US average. Median gross rent averages around $1,522/month and median household income averages around $74,155/year.
What are the cheapest cities to live in Nevada?
The most affordable cities in Nevada by cost of living index are: 1. Las Vegas (index 96.5), 2. Henderson (index 96.5), 3. Paradise (index 96.5).
What is the median rent in Nevada?
The average median gross rent across cities in Nevada is approximately $1,522/month. Rent varies significantly by city and neighborhood — use the city profiles below for specific figures.
What are the income tax rates in Nevada?
Nevada has no state income tax on wages, making it one of the tax-friendly states for workers. Source: Tax Foundation (2024).
What is the sales tax in Nevada?
Nevada's statewide sales tax rate is 6.85%. Local city and county rates may add to this. Source: Tax Foundation (2024).
Is it expensive to move to Nevada?
Nevada has a cost of living index of approximately 96.5 and average median rent around $1,522/month. It is generally more affordable than the US average, which can offset moving costs over time. Use our moving guides for salary equivalence calculations.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, Tax Foundation · Methodology