Las Vegas vs Los Angeles: Cost of Living & Housing Comparison
Las Vegas's median home value is $365,300 — 56% lower than Los Angeles's $822,600.
Typical households bring in $66,356 a year in Las Vegas, versus $76,244 in Los Angeles.
Median rent is $1,356 in Las Vegas, compared with $1,791 in Los Angeles.
FEMA rates both cities' overall hazard risk as "Very High."
| Metric | Las Vegas, NV | Los Angeles, CA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 644,835 | 3,881,041 |
| Median home value | $365,300 | $822,600 |
| Median household income | $66,356 | $76,244 |
| Median gross rent | $1,356 | $1,791 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Very High | Very High |
Las Vegas, NV beats Los Angeles, CA on both housing metrics we track — home value and rent — though this doesn't capture the full cost of living.
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Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.