Moving from Settle, WA, to Las Vegas, NV

Ready for “Sin City” life?

When you move over 1,100 miles from Seattle to Las Vegas, you’ll have much to look forward to, from warmer weather to different entertainment options. 

You might be surprised to learn that Las Vegas has a smaller population than Seattle, with 642,000 residents compared to 737,000. Seattle’s metro is significantly larger at just over 4 million people, while the Vegas metro tops out at 2.3 million. However, Las Vegas might feel like a bigger city with more than 40 million tourists annually.

Keep reading to learn what else to expect in “Sin City.”

Prepare for a warmer, drier climate

While winter lows in Vegas are 37 degrees, like those in your previous hometown, the drier desert climate means rare snowfall, compared to the 5 inches that fall annually in Seattle. Annual rainfall in Las Vegas is only 5 inches, significantly less than Seattle's average of 38 inches.

Vegas summers are hot, often exceeding 100 degrees, while Seattle rarely exceeds 76 degrees. With the hotter weather comes more risk of dehydration and heat exhaustion. Make sure to hydrate regularly and avoid excessive exposure to the heat.

What’s there to do in Las Vegas?

An easier question would be “what’s not available in Las Vegas?” Besides snow-based activities, you can find just about anything else from thrilling shows to family-friendly fun. 

Check out these cool attractions:

  • AREA15
  • Discovery Children’s Museum
  • Ethel M Chocolate Factory and Botanical Cactus Garden
  • Fountains of Bellagio
  • Neon Museum
  • Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay
  • The Sphere
  • The STRAT Tower & SkyPod

Making a living in Las Vegas

The cost of living is lower in Las Vegas than in Seattle, and like Washington State, Nevada does not impose a state income tax. Hospitality is the leading job industry in Las Vegas, including food and gaming services. Other key fields include retail, transportation, healthcare, construction, real estate development and technology.

MGM Resorts, Caesars Entertainment Corporation, Wynn Resorts, Station Casinos, Inc, Amazon and the Clark County School District are among the city’s largest employers.

Move to Vegas with U-Pack

Choose U-Pack® for a stress-free move from Seattle to Las Vegas. We have service center locations nationwide, ready to assist you. Just handle packing, loading and unloading, then we’ll take care of transporting your things from Washington State to Nevada. 

Get a free moving quote today and see your price instantly, or call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 if you’d prefer to speak to a moving consultant.