Moving from Denver, CO, to Las Vegas, NV

Moving to Vegas, measuring in miles

Leaving the “Mile-High City” of Denver, Colorado, for Las Vegas, NV, means moving 750 miles away to a city with a miles-long main strip. The Strip of Las Vegas Boulevard is a 4.2-mile stretch of road through the center of town lined with hotels and casinos. 

Denver is one mile (5,280 feet) above sea level, while Las Vegas is 2,030 feet above sea level. That means you won’t have to adapt most of your recipes for a high-altitude environment anymore.  

However, at elevations of 2,000 feet or more, the boiling temperature of water is 208 degrees, compared to the standard 212 degrees at lower altitudes.

Experience less precipitation and humidity

Snowfall is rare in Las Vegas, with winter lows averaging hovering above freezing, compared to 60 inches of annual snowfall in Denver and winter lows of 18. 

Both Denver and Las Vegas experience dry, warm summers, but Vegas’s high temperatures are significantly hotter, at over 100 degrees.  

The humidity is lower in Las Vegas thanks to its desert environment, where annual rainfall averages only 5 inches, compared to 17 inches in Denver. 

Vegas is more than just nightlife

Vegas is known for its 24/7 lifestyle and numerous nighttime attractions, but there are also plenty of things to do during the day to enjoy the city's natural beauty. 

If you enjoyed the mountains of Colorado, you’ll find similar activities like biking, climbing and hiking near Vegas.  

These mountains border the city: 

  • Sheep Mountain Range 
  • Las Vegas Range 
  • Frenchman’s Mountain 
  • Sunrise Mountain 
  • McCullough Range 
  • Spring Mountain Range 

Work opportunities in Las Vegas 

Like Denver, Las Vegas has a vibrant tourism industry. Many residents work in entertainment, gaming, and hotel services.  

There are also distribution, education, government, information technology and warehousing opportunities.  

You might be surprised to learn that the cost of living in Vegas is typically 30% less than in Denver, so your money will go further, especially in the housing market. 

Stress-free moves to Las Vegas with U-Pack

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