Cost of Living in Las Vegas, NV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
128.2
100 = national avg
+28.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,406
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$133,323
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing167.4
Food104.1
Transportation105.7
Healthcare103.2
Utilities115.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,478
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,735
per month
The overall cost of living index in Las Vegas is 128.2, which is 28.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 167.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,406 per year to cover basic expenses.