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he immediate conception in most peoples' minds when hearing the words "Las Vegas" is that of the gambling mecca of the world. True enough! But the Las Vegas Valley encompasses almost 600 square miles. Although there are a number of casinos off The Strip, that "gambling mecca" occupies only about five square miles. The Valley is home to approximately 1.5 million residents, and is growing by 6,000 new residents per month. Almost completely surrounded by mountains, Las Vegas is the fastest growing metropolitan area in the United States. nce away from The Strip, Las Vegas is a sprawling, low-rise, rather unsophisticated city (in comparison to a city like San Diego, for instance). The cost of living is attractive. Apartment rentals, for instance, average about 78¢ per square foot. The upscale areas of Green Valley (southeast) and Summerlin (west) generally have the most expensive rentals, while the areas closest to downtown and The Strip are least expensive. Utility rates aren't bad, and the absence of a state income tax is an attractive feature. he links below will provide useful information for those who are contemplating a move to Las Vegas.

State of Nevada

County of Clark

City of Las Vegas