Quick answer
Overall prices in the Washington, DC metro were 108.9 vs 100.2 in Las Vegas, NV in 2024 (US = 100), so Washington is 8.7% more expensive than Las Vegas; housing rents differ by 31% (151.1 vs 115.5). A $75,000 income in Washington buys about what $69,029 buys in Las Vegas, per BEA.
Data as of 2024. Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024
| Price index (US = 100) | Washington | Las Vegas | Washington vs Las Vegas |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 108.9 | 100.2 | +8.7% |
| Goods | 104.8 | 96.3 | +8.9% |
| Housing (rents) | 151.1 | 115.5 | +30.8% |
| Utilities | 106.7 | 90.6 | +17.7% |
| Other services | 102.3 | 98.7 | +3.6% |
| All items, 2008 | 114.8 | 101.6 | +12.9% |
| $50,000 in Washington equals in Las Vegas | $46,019 | ||
| $100,000 in Washington equals in Las Vegas | $92,038 | ||
| $150,000 in Washington equals in Las Vegas | $138,057 |
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Last updated 2026-10-16. Data only, not financial or tax advice.