Moving from Philadelphia, PA, to Las Vegas, NV

A new lifestyle in “Sin City”

A cross-country move is a big undertaking, and there are many changes to prepare for when relocating almost 2,500 miles from Philadelphia to Las Vegas.

Although Vegas is less populated, with 642,000 city residents compared to Philly’s 1.6 million, there is significant tourism. Philadelphia’s metro population is 6.25 million, almost three times the size of the metro in Vegas, which has around 2.3 million.

Let’s explore more about life in “Sin City.”

Desert weather in Vegas

The desert climate in Las Vegas is warmer and drier than Philadelphia’s. Average yearly temperatures typically stay between 37 and 104 degrees in Vegas, compared to 26 to 87 degrees in Philly.

Snow is extremely rare in Vegas, while Philadelphia averages 13 inches annually. Vegas only receives around 5 inches of rain annually, while Philadelphia gets around 47 inches per year.

Sunshine is abundant in Las Vegas, averaging 294 days, compared to 207 sunny days in Philly.

Explore Vegas like a tourist

Las Vegas offers more than “The Strip” and casinos. Springs Preserve has botanical gardens and museums about the city's history.

The LINQ offers shopping and dining options, and you can catch a NASCAR race at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Hockey fans can watch the Golden Knights at T-Mobile Stadium, and NFL action with the Raiders happens at Allegiant Stadium.

If you’re up for a day trip, visit the nearby Hoover Dam or explore the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area for hiking and biking.

Making a living in the Las Vegas area

Tourism and entertainment are top industries in Las Vegas. Many residents find work at local casinos and resorts.

Other popular industries include communications, distribution, education, information technology and warehousing.

While Las Vegas is known as an expensive city, its cost of living is lower than Philadelphia's.

Move the move to Vegas with U-Pack

Through our service centers near Philadelphia and Las Vegas, U-Pack® can help with your move to Florida. We’re a DIY moving service where you pack, load and unload, and then we take care of the driving. Get your free online quote today or give us a call at 844-362-5303844-594-3077.