Moving from New York, NY, to Las Vegas, NV

Adjusting to fewer people while living in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is significantly less populated than New York City, but it is the largest city in Nevada. Vegas has around 642,000 city residents and 2.3 million in the metro. 

“Sin City,” or Las Vegas, is a small town compared to New York City, which is not only the largest city in New York State but also the largest city in the U.S. NYC has a metro population of over 20 million people.

Despite being smaller, Vegas is a vibrant city with plenty to offer new residents.

Experience the desert climate

Hot and dry go hand in hand for Las Vegas summers. July’s average high temperature in Vegas is 104 degrees, much hotter than NYC’s average temperatures in the mid-80s.

Vegas rarely gets snow, and winter lows average 37 degrees. You won’t need your heavy winter gear from NYC, which averages 25 inches of snow with lows of 26 degrees.

The desert environment in Las Vegas averages only 5 inches of rain annually, compared to 47 inches in New York City.

Things you’ll want to see in Las Vegas

It’s no secret that Vegas isn’t as large as NYC, but there are tons of entertainment options when you know where to look. Find 24/7 excitement on the main strip with shows, casinos and restaurants.

If you’re up for a drive and some outdoor time, Hoover Dam is a must-see attraction only 45 minutes away. To stretch your legs, try the Red Rock Canyon 20 minutes west for a hiking adventure. Check out Springs Preserve for botanical gardens and hiking trails closer to Vegas.

Don’t miss the Shark Reef Aquarium to cool off indoors. And the LINQ Promenade is an outdoor plaza for shopping and dining.

Vegas economy and job market

The cost of living in Las Vegas is significantly lower than in New York City. Like NYC, Vegas has many job opportunities in the entertainment industry.

Besides casino and resort-related fields, other popular industries in the Las Vegas area include communications, distribution, education, information technology and warehousing.

U-Pack is perfect for moves to Nevada

U-Pack® is a long-distance moving service in business since 1997. We have nationwide service centers, including locations near NYC and Las Vegas, ready to help. 

We’re a DIY-moving service where you handle packing, loading and unloading, and then we move your belongings. Get a free online quote today or call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 to speak to a moving consultant.