12 Things You Will Love About Living In Las Vegas

Now let’s dive in and discuss some advantages associated with living in Las Vegas.

1. Affordable Living Costs 

Las Vegas boasts many amenities for such a cosmopolitan city while remaining relatively budget-friendly in terms of living costs.

Some may find this statement surprising as affordability might seem counterintuitive in such a sprawling metropolis as Las Vegas, but hear me out before making assumptions based on that assumption.

Overall, Las Vegas stands only 3% higher than the national average in terms of cost of living – quite an accomplishment considering that there are nearly 550,000 residents here!

There Are Affordable Houses Available In Las Vegas

I currently reside in a two-bedroom apartment and pay $1,400 monthly rental payments.

However, with an average home in Las Vegas selling for approximately $364,000.00 that means buying is certainly within my grasp!

Compare that to Portland, Oregon where living costs are 29% higher than the national average. Personal experience tells me that Vegas is certainly an affordable place to reside.

2. Living in Las Vegas Offers Many Things To Do 

One thing you will quickly come to appreciate about Las Vegas after moving here is its endless supply of activities. Many places open 24/7 are sure to provide something fun!

Experience all that Las Vegas has to offer from world-class entertainment at the Smith Center or listening to live music, taking part in casino action, or partying on Fremont Street and The Strip.

Vegas Nightlife

Nothing compares to living in Las Vegas’ vibrant nightlife scene.

• Las Vegas can provide plenty of nighttime activities. Enjoy spontaneous mini photoshoots or enjoy one of The Chandelier’s signature drinks such as Whiskey Business or We’re All Mad Here with friends at an informal gathering at their multi-level bar, The Chandelier.
• Stay cozy while sipping signature Shrimp Cocktail or ask our speakeasy mixologists in the laundry room to create something just for you!
• Vegas Atomic Liquors, one of the oldest freestanding bars, features an ever-evolving selection of craft beers that change regularly.
• Attend a pool party or witness live performances by top artists like The Chainsmokers and Diplo at one of Vegas’ premier nightclubs: XS Nightclub.
• At LGBTQ bar The Garden Las Vegas, guests can attend a drag show featuring a garden patio and fountains for an enjoyable entertainment experience.
• Or visit Frankie’s Tiki Room – an all-night Tiki bar! For some relaxing Lava Letch and Bearded Clam cocktails.

Entertainment

Living in Las Vegas provides unparalleled entertainment that cannot be found elsewhere.

• SkyJump 829 feet above the Strip or take in stunning views from STRAT’s observation deck to experience Las Vegas first-hand!
• Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens features seasonal shows as well as special performances during Lunar New Year celebrations, offering something different every time! Don’t miss them this Lunar New Year.
• Descend 203 feet on the Big Apple Coaster – the world’s first roller coaster featuring an innovative 180-degree turn and dive maneuver!

If you are living in Las Vegas entertainment goes beyond simply the Strip!

• Explore downtown Las Vegas via the Slotzilla zipline.
• Take in an international light show at Viva Vision with rotating video screens at nighttime.
• Enjoy free live music performances on the Fremont Street Experience. These attractions can all be found within close range!
• Golden Nugget pool sharks don’t pose any threats; their aquarium is just next door! So relax when swimming alongside these aquatic predators.
• Spend your day playing on your backyard playground, then spend your evening at Gold Spike having a blast playing beer pong, Jenga, chess, and other outdoor games such as beer pong.
• Stay until October’s end and witness why Vegas is one of the premier Halloween celebration destinations in America.

Arts & Culture

While living in Las Vegas, experience dance performances, comedy shows, and musical concerts for an endless source of enjoyment!

• Cirque du Soleil shows in Las Vegas offer amazing displays of acrobatic stunts and dancing to entertain audiences of all kinds.
• Broadway productions, the Nevada Ballet Theatre, Las Vegas Philharmonic concerts, and much more can all be enjoyed at the Smith Center for Performing Arts.
• At T-Mobile Arena, experience live performances by Dua Lipa, Justin Bieber, and Billy Eilish to name just three artists!
• Comedy Cellar Las Vegas provides an unforgettable comedy show experience featuring top comics like Amy Schumer, Chris Rock, and Jon Stewart. You won’t want to miss an evening there!
• Explore organized crime and law enforcement at the Mafia Museum by taking advantage of its interactive crime lab, firearms simulator, and prohibition-related exhibits.
• Wander through a neon graveyard of former Las Vegas signs at sunset at the Neon Museum and witness them light up again during the day.
• Hollywood Car Museum showcases iconic vehicles from movie franchises like “Batman”, “Fast & Furious”, or “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang”.
• Visit the Las Vegas Museum of Natural History to gain more knowledge about prehistoric life, Egyptian treasures, and geology.
• Have fun and share ghostly tales at Zack Bagans Haunted House Museum by taking a flashlight tour and sharing ghost tales!

Festivals

With such an active city like Las Vegas at its forefront, no surprise exists in terms of hosting great festivals!

• As part of Las Vegas living, take in great music at Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC), an incredible playground of incredible stages, rides, LED art installations, and performers such as dancers, stilt walkers, and aerial gymnasts among many other forms.
• Attend the Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival to sample cuisine prepared by some of the world’s premier chefs as well as wines and spirits at this year’s festival!
• At the iHeartRadio Music Festival, listen to your favorite hits by big-name performers like Drake, Olivia Rodrigo, and Journey.
• Celebrate Italian traditions through food, music, art, rides, and games at the San Gennaro Festival.
• Experience entertainment, visit Craftsman Alley, and honor diversity with pride at the PRIDE Festival Las Vegas!
• At Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend, enjoy rockabilly and 50s music while taking part in car shows, tattoo parlor visits, fashion shows, or wedding ceremonies! Don’t forget the car show or tattoo parlor visit. Plus don’t miss our car show, tattoo parlor visit, or fashion show either be sure to attend these exciting events too.
• RiSE Lantern Festival, one of the world’s largest, provides participants with an opportunity to express themselves creatively while connecting through food and music.
• Explore music, art, self-expression, comedy, and food at the Life are Beautiful Festival.

Entertainment For All The Family

Las Vegas offers something fun for the whole family to do; not just adults! Living here offers plenty of activities for children too.

• Immerse the entire family in King Arthur’s legend as you compete against each other at The King’s Tournament for duels and tournaments at this historic site.
• See an impressive array of animals at the Shark Reef Aquarium.
• Dress in authentic props and costumes from Marvel Avengers movies as seen on the Marvel Avengers STATION ride Canyon Blaster, Sand Pirates, and other Las Vegas attractions for kids at Adventuredome.
• Discover Children’s Museum exhibits such as a medieval castle, pirate ship, and mini city!
• Spend the day hiking through Red Rock Canyon or visiting its turtle habitat; perhaps meet “former wild donkey” Jackson!
• Visit Lake Mead National Recreation Area’s 1.5 million acres for horseback riding, swimming, boating, and snorkeling activities of all kinds! You will have fun!
• At nighttime, Mystic Falls Park features an eye-popping laser waterfall show.
• Floyd Lamb Park offers tranquil relaxation amid lush vegetation, one of Las Vegas’s premier parks.
• Enjoy your visit to the Botanical Gardens with its butterfly habitat, playground, and Springs Preserve, or explore other options such as hiking in nearby National Forests and parks!

3. Soft Weather

One of my favorite aspects of living in Las Vegas is being able to wear shorts and t-shirts throughout most of the year!

Winter weather offers the opportunity to appreciate and explore nature around us, making winter an excellent season to do just that!

As someone from Seattle where winters were notoriously wet and gray, my appreciation of a milder winter season is unmistakable. One aspect that has most surprised me since moving to Las Vegas has been how windy it can get! Spring, fall, and winter winds often come unannounced so be ready.

4. Food Scene

Las Vegas boasts one of the finest culinary scenes among cities its size. The food here is both affordable and exquisite!

• Thanks to Las Vegas’ tourist hub, The Strip, where world-class restaurants abound. Living here opens you up to all forms of cuisine from around the globe. From Michelin-star restaurants to celebrity chefs, Las Vegas restaurants are an incredible culinary paradise!
• Experience unforgettable breakfast dishes like S’mores pancakes and Churro waffles at Griddlecakes. Enjoy Spanish-influenced brunch offerings like breakfast empanadas or Tinga chicken omelets at one of Las Vegas’ best brunch spots, like Makers & Finders.
• Monta Ramen offers delicious bowls of Shoyu or pork brisket ramen. Stop in today to experience this delectable treat for yourself!
• At Le Thai, indulge in short rib fried rice or Pad Ki Mou noodles; for classic Las Vegas cuisine visit Bacchanal Buffet, the largest buffet in Vegas!
• Try creative Italian dishes such as spicy pork pizza or rigatoni bolognese at one of Las Vegas’s premier eateries: La Strega. Experience original flavors such as Bacon Me Crazy and Billion Dollar Banana at Braud’s Funnel Cake Cafe.

5. No State Income Tax In Las Vegas

Nevada is one of only nine U.S. states without an income tax system and living here will significantly boost your take-home pay compared to living elsewhere with income taxes in place.

Nevada imposes a sales tax of 4.6%; combined with Clark County’s sales tax rate of 3.78%, you’ll pay 8.38% while living in Las Vegas.

6. Las Vegas Offers Reasonable Property Taxes 

Las Vegas boasts competitive property tax rates that make shopping for homes in this region financially feasible. Vegas ranks highly for long-term investors looking for long-term capital appreciation; it ranks among the most effective US cities for land speculation as well as Airbnb investment opportunities.

City house median prices stand at approximately $184,900, which roughly aligns with national median pricing trends. Vegas offers one of the easiest large cities for first-time home buyers! Thanks to its affordability, first-timers will find purchasing property much simpler here!

7. Living In Las Vegas Won’t Overstretch Your Budget

Las Vegas is one of America’s fastest-growing metro areas and offering rent is not going over budget here. Renting in Vegas could be your solution to taking advantage of its vibrant economy while staying flexible about where your future lies! Renting is the easiest solution when looking at real estate investment options!

Urban centers typically boast a median monthly rent of $985, which’s in-line with the national median and shows you won’t spend too much experiencing all Las Vegas has to offer!

8. Work In Las Vegas

Las Vegas boasts an expansive job market and numerous opportunities for job hunters looking for employment. Whilst being one of the fastest-growing cities, Las Vegas can provide its residents with plenty of work opportunities by living in Las Vegas.

While tourism and hospitality industries dominate in Las Vegas, residents may also find employment in healthcare or information technology industries.

Sin City boasts plenty of co-working spaces and work-from-home options, making it one of the premier locations for remote work.

9. Education In Las Vegas

Las Vegas provides many options to expand and continue your educational experience! When it comes to furthering your studies here, opportunities abound!

Explore your passion at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. It has received top classification as a research university according to the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

Discover your potential through 70 academic programs offered at the College of Southern Nevada such as business and health sciences.

Chamberlain University makes earning your nursing degree easier in just three years!

At the Expert Cosmetology Institute, students can study cosmetology, hair design, and hairdressing techniques as well as nail technology, plus more.

Nevada Career Institute provides opportunities in dental assisting, surgical technology, and pharmacy technician careers as well as others.

Join forces with local hospitals, facilities, and businesses as you build your medical career at Carrington College.

10. Ample Opportunities for Outdoor Recreation

Las Vegas provides plenty of outdoor recreational options that will ensure an adventurous spirit can easily make their mark here.

• Lake Mead, Red Rock Mountain, Mount Charleston, and Valley of Fire can offer beautiful photography locations, among them the Colorado River and Colorado State Parks – to name but a few!
• Additionally, several national parks can be found nearby. Bryce Canyon and Zion are only two hours away!
• If you prefer not to drive, there are also numerous trails and parks within city limits where you can spend some time.
• Valley of Fire State Park resides approximately 45 minutes northeast of Las Vegas and can best be described as Red Rocks Mecca; fittingly known by its moniker Valley of Fire. Offering family hikes, petroglyphs, well-marked trails, wildlife sightings, and much more we were truly in dessert heaven!
• Lake Mead offers visitors near Las Vegas an ideal getaway vacation experience. Lake Mead offers boaters and hikers alike an idyllic boating and hiking experience, one of Las Vegas’s finest outdoor recreational activities! Lake Mead National Recreation Area offers stunning landscapes filled with winding roads and eco-systems, red rocks, and breathtaking views of the Muddy Mountains; visiting a spectacular experience.
• Within just 30 minutes from Las Vegas lies one of Nevada’s must-see landmarks, Hoover Dam. Engineering was evident here, particularly given that it was built at such an incredible rate during this era of its creation.
• Clark County Wetlands Park in Las Vegas offers nature lovers and families looking for outdoor fun a great outdoor retreat. From its outstanding nature center with interactive displays to its well-marked trails and free admission, we’re big fans.
• Springs Preserve’s year-round events; such as workshops and animal exhibits for families to experience first-hand. Make this location popular among families.
• Visit the Nature Exchange where visitors can bring back treasures they find while out and about to exchange for points and discoveries by other visitors.

11. Shopping In Las Vegas

Shopaholics will love discovering all that Las Vegas Strip malls have to offer when they go shopping in this vibrant city, especially Fashion Show Mall with over 250 stores available at its large-scale malls.

Experience luxury brands such as Gucci, Valentino, Louis Vuitton, Giorgio Armani, and Versace at Caesars Palace’s Forum stores. Take a stroll along the canal, waterfall, and garden while shopping at Venetian-inspired Grand Canal stores.

Find deals from retailers ranging from Aeropostale to Prada at premium Las Vegas North and South outlets. Explore Miracle Mile stores to shop for clothing, art, beauty products, and other merchandise.

On Saturdays, the Arts District features art, vintage items, boutique goods, and much more for sale.

Unwind at Downtown Container Park, an outdoor mall featuring boutiques, entertainment options, and an interactive playground.

12. The Traffic Isn’t So Bad 

By comparison to some other cities I’ve lived in, Las Vegas traffic is relatively manageable compared to those with traffic jams as bad.

Travel through the city usually doesn’t exceed 30-45 minutes, an amount barely worthy of mention.