Usually associated with tourists, big shows and theme parks, gambling and casinos, Las Vegas is also a brilliant place to live and work.
Whether you are visiting for a short while or planning to set up permanent home, here we take a look at why moving to this iconic, bustling city is such a good idea.
Why Move to Las Vegas?
Las Vegas is an oasis in the heart of the Nevada Desert and a big attraction for tourists from all around the world.
While many people think of Vegas as a hub of fun and excitement, over the last few decades it’s also become home to a healthy population of both families and young professionals working in a wide variety of industries.
With no state income tax and more than 300 days of sunshine each year, there’s plenty to do outside the world of casinos. While it can get very hot at the height of summer, it’s surprisingly cool but mostly rain-free for the rest of the year.
What to Do in Las Vegas
From the Adventuredome theme park to Aliante Golf Club, there’s something for everyone in downtown Las Vegas. The first thing you’ll notice is that tourism is all year round and the casinos are busy practically 24/7.
Covering almost 200 square feet, the Wynn/Encore casino is probably the biggest with more than 180 gaming tables and 1,800 slots to keep you busy.
If you’re moving or relocating to Las Vegas, you’ll probably want something more for your entertainment. The good news is life outside the city is amazing. There’s the Valley of Fire State Park, Lake Mead National Recreation Area and the Hoover Dam and, if you fancy more of a small-town feel, you can head to nearby Boulder.
Buying or Renting in Las Vegas
Should you be relocating to Las Vegas for some time, you have the choice of either buying a house or apartment or renting one.
There’s been a good deal of investment in property over the last few decades and spots like Downtown, Henderson and Lone Mountain have a lot to offer, including good quality schools. Suburbs like Green Valley and Summerlin’ are particularly popular with families and retirees.
Overall, the cost of living in Las Vegas is lower than in other major cities around the US. The downside of this is that wages are lower too. You can expect to rent a one-bed apartment, however, for around $800 a month.
Job Market in Las Vegas
You might expect the only jobs to be in hotels and casinos and there are plenty of those, of course.
But Nevada has quite a diverse economy and the jobs market is a lot more varied than you would think. Construction is a growing part of the workforce in and around Las Vegas and there are healthy legal, IT and business sectors too.
Find Self-Storage Las Vegas
If you are moving to Las Vegas, you may want to avail yourself of the wide range of self-storage services to keep your worldly goods safe and secure. It often can be better to move and store your belongings rather than trying to find a place remotely before you make your move.
There are several, highly affordable self-storage units in Las Vegas, most offering climate-controlled solutions as well as indoor and outdoor units. Monthly rates are fairly cheap compared to other parts of the US and there are some amazing introductory offers if you shop around.
With a population of just 644,000, Las Vegas has one of the smaller populations in the US but that doesn’t take into account the millions that visit every year. Amazing weather, the beauty of the Nevada countryside and affordable properties are probably the big attractions for those moving to the city.
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