Considerations when moving from Paradise to Las Vegas

Cost of living: Paradise vs. Las Vegas

Paradise Las Vegas
Average rent cost $1,911 $1,850
Average home value $372,057 $425,474
Average income (per capita) $66,919 $66,356
Cost of living (single person) $2,203 $2,763
Cost of living (family of 4) $4,872 $6,726
Unemployment rate 8.8% 8.9%
  • Rent prices in Las Vegas are 3% lower than in Paradise.
  • Home prices in Las Vegas are 14.4% higher than in Paradise.
  • Income is the same in Las Vegas and Paradise.
  • The cost of living for a single person in Las Vegas is 25.4% higher than in Paradise.
  • The cost of living for a family in Las Vegas is 38.1% higher than in Paradise.
  • The unemployment rate in Las Vegas is 1.14% higher than in Paradise.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,762.60 in Las Vegas to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Paradise.

How life is different in Paradise vs. Las Vegas

Las Vegas Paradise
Population 641,903 191,238
Political leaning Republican 49-48 Democratic 54-44
Summer high 104ยบF 104ยบF
Winter low 37ยบF 38ยบF
Annual rain 5" 5"
Annual snow 0" 0"
Crime index 55.8 43.6
  • The population of Las Vegas is approximately 236% greater than the population of Paradise.
  • In the last presidential election, Las Vegas voted Republican and Paradise voted Democratic.
  • The average high in the summertime in Las Vegas is 104ยบF and in Paradise, itโ€™s 104ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, Las Vegas reaches the temperature of 37ยบF and Paradise gets down to 38ยบF.
  • You can expect about 5 inches of annual rainfall in Las Vegas vs 5 inches of rainfall in Paradise.
  • In Las Vegas, it snows about 0 inches annually vs 0 inches of snow in Paradise.
  • Las Vegas has a higher crime rate than Paradise with a crime index of 55.8 vs 43.6.

Things to do in Las Vegas

Whether you prefer to be in the great outdoors, soak up some culture, or catch a live game, Las Vegas has plenty to offer:

Museums in Las Vegastoggle

  • The Mob Museum
  • Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition
  • Shelby American, Inc.
  • Zak Bagans' The Haunted Museum
  • Pinball Hall of Fame
  • Counts Kustoms
  • The Neon Museum
  • The National Atomic Testing Museum
  • Springs Preserve
  • Madame Tussauds - Las Vegas
  • Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N.
  • Bodies The Exhibition
  • The Liberace Museum Collection
  • Nostalgia Street Rods
  • DISCOVERY Children's Museum

Parks in Las Vegastoggle

  • Springs Preserve
  • The Park
  • Exploration Peak Park
  • Lone Mountain Park
  • Desert Breeze Park
  • Lorenzi Park
  • Red Spring Picnic Area
  • Silverado Ranch Park
  • Mountain Crest Park
  • Centennial Hills
  • Sunset Park
  • Mystic Falls Park
  • Historic Westside Legacy Park

Sports Teams in Las Vegastoggle

  • Las Vegas Raiders (NFL)
  • Vegas Golden Knights (NHL)
  • Las Vegas Aces (WNBA)

Universities in Las Vegastoggle

  • College of Southern Nevada
  • Desert Research Institute
  • Wongu University of Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture
  • Euphoria Institute of Beauty Arts & Sciences
  • Northwest Career College

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from Paradise to Las Vegas?toggle

To ship furniture from Paradise to Las Vegas with a mover will cost between $347 and $1,226. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $827โ€“$2,680, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Paradise to Las Vegas will cost from $1,263โ€“$4,199.

How much are moving container companies from Paradise to Las Vegas?toggle

Moving containers from Paradise to Las Vegas will cost you $112 to $822 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $388 to $1,166. A larger home will cost $776 to $1,566.

How much is a moving truck from Paradise to Las Vegas?toggle

Renting a moving truck is usually the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor; these estimates include the estimated fuel cost:

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $37 to $102. A larger move will cost $49 to $124, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Paradise to Las Vegas costs from $64 to $144.

How far in advance should I book Paradise-to-Las Vegas movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from Paradise to Las Vegas at least two months in advance. If youโ€™re moving during the busy summer months, itโ€™s best to book your movers at least three months ahead of your move. The sooner you reserve your Paradise-to-Las Vegas movers, the better the chance youโ€™ll get the most affordable rates and secure the exact moving date you need. Some movers even offer early-bird discounts for advance reservations.

What time of year is the cheapest to move to Las Vegas?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to Las Vegas is between early October and late April. This period of time is outside of the moving industryโ€™s peak season (Mayโ€“September), which means demand โ€” and therefore pricing โ€” will typically be lower. A majority of all U.S. moves happen between May and August, so staying outside the busy summer months will help you save money.

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