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 98.3) to Paradise (98.3), with a statewide average around 98.3 versus the US baseline of 100. Median rent is lowest in Winchester at $1,220/mo and highest in Summerlin South at $2,509/mo.
Nevada at a Glance
Cities Tracked
14
with census data
Avg Cost Index
98.3
US avg = 100
Avg Median Rent
$1,619
per month
Avg Household Income
$76,624
annual median
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Cost Index = BEA Regional Price Parity (US avg = 100)
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Nevada Cities — Full Table
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| Las Vegas | 660,400 | 98.3 | $1,563 | $427,900 | $73,877 |
| Henderson | 332,141 | 98.3 | $1,824 | $484,900 | $90,138 |
| North Las Vegas | 278,595 | — | $1,705 | $404,400 | $79,542 |
| Reno | 273,212 | — | $1,556 | $548,300 | $80,760 |
| Enterprise | 240,464 | — | $1,934 | $475,500 | $98,462 |
| Spring Valley | 219,187 | — | $1,743 | $433,800 | $74,511 |
| Sunrise Manor | 200,218 | — | $1,397 | $320,000 | $58,421 |
| Paradise | 185,913 | 98.3 | $1,372 | $384,200 | $59,190 |
| Sparks | 110,024 | — | $1,716 | $483,800 | $89,056 |
| Carson | 58,384 | — | $1,248 | $453,000 | $72,355 |
| Pahrump | 47,347 | — | $1,304 | $310,300 | $62,109 |
| Whitney | 47,221 | — | $1,574 | $329,000 | $67,155 |
| Winchester | 37,081 | — | $1,220 | $302,800 | $50,120 |
| Summerlin South | 31,354 | — | $2,509 | $672,400 | $117,035 |
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 98.3 (US average = 100), which is slightly below the US average. Median gross rent averages around $1,619/month and median household income averages around $76,624/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 98.3), 2. Henderson (index 98.3), 3. Paradise (index 98.3).
What is the median rent in Nevada?
The average median gross rent across cities in Nevada is approximately $1,619/month. Rent varies significantly by city and neighborhood — use the city profiles below for specific figures.
What are the income tax rates in Nevada?
State income tax information for Nevada is not yet available in our database.
What is the sales tax in Nevada?
Sales tax information for Nevada is not yet available in our database.
Is it expensive to move to Nevada?
Nevada has a cost of living index of approximately 98.3 and average median rent around $1,619/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: June 1, 2026 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, Tax Foundation · Methodology