Moving from San Diego, CA to Las Vegas, NV
Straight-line distance: 259 miles.
| Home size | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1-bedroom | $693 – $1,071 |
| 2-3 bedroom | $1,962 – $3,002 |
| 4+ bedroom house | $3,548 – $5,413 |
Estimates based on typical per-mile and per-room moving-industry rates; actual quotes vary by mover, season, and access. Not a quote from any specific company.
How Las Vegas compares to San Diego
On median home value, San Diego comes in at $783,300 — 114% higher than Las Vegas, where the median is $365,300.
Households earn a median $98,657 in San Diego, compared with $66,356 in Las Vegas.
Median rent is $2,080 in San Diego, compared with $1,356 in Las Vegas.
Climate risk is a wash here — both cities carry a "Very High" FEMA rating.
Las Vegas, NV beats San Diego, CA on both housing metrics we track — home value and rent — though this doesn't capture the full cost of living.
| Metric | San Diego, CA | Las Vegas, NV |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,383,987 | 644,835 |
| Median home value | $783,300 | $365,300 |
| Median household income | $98,657 | $66,356 |
| Median gross rent | $2,080 | $1,356 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Very High | Very High |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.