Living Here
There’s More To Vegas Than The Strip
Las Vegas is more than just the sports and entertainment capital of the world, it’s a city that offers an unmatched quality of life. As one of the top five most-visited cities in the U.S., it’s home to world-class dining, diverse neighborhoods, and endless outdoor recreation. Beyond the Strip, Las Vegas features award-winning schools, a thriving business community, and a lifestyle that blends excitement with opportunity. It’s no wonder people are choosing to call it home. In Las Vegas, you really can have it all.
Why Choose Vegas
Why Families Love Living In Las Vegas
“The cost of living is amazing.”
“The weather is unbelievable.”
“Wonderful hiking.”
These are just a few reasons locals love calling Las Vegas home. Tune in to discover more about why Southern Nevada might be exactly what you’re looking for.
Get To Know The Real Las Vegas
Neighborhoods
Those unfamiliar with Las Vegas might assume locals live on the Strip. While that’s an option, most locals choose to live in one of the valley’s many diverse neighborhoods. If you’re looking for upscale luxury, a suburban family-friendly vibe, or a hip urban scene, we’ve got a neighborhood for you.
→ Upscale Luxury Living
→ Mid Century Mod
→ Master Planned Paradise
→ Artistically Inclined
Communities
While it might have the most name recognition, Las Vegas is just one of the many vibrant communities located in Southern Nevada. Learn more about what each of our region’s communities has to offer.
→ CLARK COUNTY
→ HENDERSON
→ NORTH LAS VEGAS
→ LAS VEGAS
→ MESQUITE
→ BOULDER CITY
Low Cost Of Living, High Quality Of Life
Las Vegas offers residents world-class amenities and housing for a fraction of the cost found in other western U.S. states. In Las Vegas, your money just goes further.
→ Las Vegas residents enjoy one of the lowest costs of living among the nation’s top 30 metro areas.
→ Las Vegas home ownership is roughly 2x greater than Southern California
→ 25 minute one-way commute time average
Family-Friendly Living
Look beyond the glitz of the Strip and you’ll discover why families are flocking to Las Vegas! The city offers a vibrant blend of recreational activities, family-oriented community events, and community centers that cater to all ages, making it the ideal place to raise your family.
→ Top Ranked Schools
→ Abundance of Youth Sports Leagues
→ Safe Suburban Neighborhoods
→ Easy Outdoor Access
Year-Round Sunshine
Las Vegas is perfect for people who love blue skies, backyard barbecues, and outdoor activities. While it can reach 100+ degrees in the summer, you’ll find the AC blasting wherever you go, with a community pool right around the corner. And our mild winters offer a pleasant escape from the nation’s colder climates.
→ Winter high temps average ~ 60 degrees
→ The city only gets 4.19 inches of rain per year on average
→ 294 sunny days per year
→ 15 water parks
K-12 School Choice
The Clark County School District is the nation’s fifth-largest district, meaning there’s no lack of education options for your family.
Find the Right School For Your Family
Learn more about the schools in Las Vegas and surrounding communities with our school tracker map. Search by neighborhood, school level or type, or star rating to find the perfect school for your family!
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Unleash The Fun
The question “What should we do today?” is easily answered when you live in Las Vegas!
Access Quality Healthcare
With top-ranking large healthcare systems such as Intermountain Health and the Cleveland Clinic calling Las Vegas home, our residents have access to the highest quality medical talent and treatment available. In recent years, Las Vegas has expanded its healthcare facilities, including new hospitals and specialized care centers, to better serve its growing population and millions of out-of-town annual visitors.
→ Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health
→ Las Vegas Medical District
→ UNLV Sports Innovation Institute
Access Quality Healthcare
Water Conservation Leader
Despite what you may have heard on the news, we can assure you Las Vegas is not running out of water. In fact, Las Vegas is the most water secure city in the Desert Southwest. You may be surprised to learn that our city of excess is actually a global leader in water conservation, recycling and reusing virtually every drop of water used indoors.
→ Community water use decreased 58% even as the city’s population doubled
→ 40% of water used is recycled and reused
→ 45 billion gallons of water have been saved due to conservation efforts since 2002
