Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
14% cheaper
Las Vegas is 14% more affordable than Denver. A $75,000 salary in Denver is equivalent to $64,195 in Las Vegas.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Colorado salaries · Nevada salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Denver has a housing index of 152 while Las Vegas sits at 106 (national average = 100). The median home in Denver costs $520,000 compared to $350,000 in Las Vegas, a difference of $170,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,900 in Denver versus $1,400 in Las Vegas.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Denver scores 102 while Las Vegas scores 101. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Denver (104) are higher than Las Vegas (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Denver is $72,661 compared to $56,415 in Las Vegas. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Las Vegas.
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