Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
6% cheaper
Las Vegas is 6% more affordable than Springfield. A $75,000 salary in Springfield is equivalent to $70,794 in Las Vegas.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Nevada salaries · Massachusetts salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Las Vegas has a housing index of 106 while Springfield sits at 106 (national average = 100). The median home in Las Vegas costs $350,000 compared to $230,000 in Springfield, a difference of $120,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in Las Vegas versus $1,200 in Springfield.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Las Vegas scores 101 while Springfield scores 104. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Las Vegas (96) are lower than Springfield (114).
Median household income in Las Vegas is $56,415 compared to $41,612 in Springfield. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Las Vegas.
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