Moving from Sacramento, CA, to Las Vegas, NV

Make way for Sin City

Sacramento and Las Vegas, Nevada, are in neighboring states less than 600 miles apart, but they can be worlds apart when it comes to lifestyle. 

When moving to Vegas, you will likely feel like you’re living in a larger place due to the tourists who frequent the city. Actually, the city population of Las Vegas is only a bit bigger than Sacramento, 642,000 vs 525,000. However, the metro population of Sacramento is larger, with 2.4 million, compared to 2.3 million in Vegas. 

Keep reading to learn what else “Sin City” has to offer. 

Similar winter temps with warmer summers

Vegas summer temperatures are hot and dry, around 104 degrees compared to 93 degrees in Sacramento. Yearly rainfall in Vegas is only 5 inches per year, compared to the 20 inches each year you’re used to in Sacramento.  

While winter lows can get cold at 37 degrees in Vegas, and like Sacramento, which sees lows of 39 degrees, the city rarely gets snow. 

Enjoy the Vegas nightlife

If you’re excited to leave laid-back California behind, Las Vegas is a great place to live. Vegas nightlife means there’s always something going on, year-round, 24/7.  

Here are some famous nighttime attractions: 

  • Bellagio Fountains (also pretty during the day) 
  • House of Blues 
  • The Vegas Strip 
  • XS Night Club 

If you want some fun during the daytime, the city has multiple parks, museums, and kid-friendly attractions. 

How far will your money go in Las Vegas?

Vegas isn’t inexpensive, but the overall cost of living is lower than in Sacramento. You might see the most difference in the housing market. 

The most popular career paths in Las Vegas include entertainment, gaming and tourism, but you’ll also find opportunities in education, government, information technology and warehousing. 

Choose U-Pack for your move to Nevada

U-Pack® has nationwide service centers, including locations near Sacramento and Las Vegas. 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.