State-to-State Guide

Moving from Illinois to Nevada

Compare cost of living, taxes, housing, and find the best moving companies for your Illinois to Nevada move.

Quick Comparison

Leaving Illinois

Population12.8M
State Income Tax4.95%
Avg Home Price$270,000
Avg Rent$1,300/mo
Property Tax Rate2.27%
DESTINATION

Moving to Nevada

Population3.1M
State Income Tax0% (None)
Avg Home Price$425,000
Avg Rent$1,500/mo
Property Tax Rate0.60%

Why Are People Moving from Illinois to Nevada?

The migration corridor between Illinois and Nevada is a popular interstate move. Illinois has been experiencing net outflow while Nevada continues to attract new residents.

Tax Savings: Nevada has no state income tax, compared to 4.95% in Illinois. This tax difference is one of the primary financial motivations for this move.

Cost of Living: Both states have a comparable cost of living. Housing in Nevada costs about $155,000 more on average, so budget accordingly.

Climate & Weather: Summers in Nevada average 104°F, compared to 84°F in Illinois. Winters in Nevada average 45°F, compared to 28°F in Illinois.

Jobs & Industry: Nevada's key industries include Tourism, Gaming, Mining, which attract professionals from Illinois's Finance and Manufacturing sectors.

Cities in Illinois

Other Major Cities

Aurora
Naperville
Rockford
Springfield

Cities in Nevada

Other Major Cities

Henderson
North Las Vegas
Reno

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1750 miles between Illinois and Nevada:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,675
3–4 BR Home
$4,100

Estimates based on typical full-service interstate moves. Actual costs vary.

IllinoisNevada Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a Nevada driver's license within 30 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Nevada within 30 days.

Voter Registration

Update your voter registration to Nevada after establishing residency. You can typically register at your local DMV or online.

Vehicle Inspection

Nevada vehicle inspection requirement: Emissions in Washoe and Clark counties.

Things to Know About Nevada

  • No state income tax on wages or salary
  • 24/7 gaming and entertainment is the norm in Las Vegas
  • Water conservation is strictly enforced in southern Nevada

What's Different: Illinois vs Nevada

Taxes

Illinois Income Tax:4.95%
Nevada Income Tax:None
Illinois Property Tax:2.27%
Nevada Property Tax:0.60%

Weather

Illinois Summer Avg:84°F
Nevada Summer Avg:104°F
Illinois Winter Avg:28°F
Nevada Winter Avg:45°F

Cost of Living

Illinois COL Index:97
Nevada COL Index:104
Illinois Avg Home Price:$270,000
Nevada Avg Home Price:$425,000
Illinois Avg Rent:$1,300/mo
Nevada Avg Rent:$1,500/mo

Ready to make the move to Nevada?

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