Moving From Honolulu, HI, to Las Vegas, NV

Leaving an island paradise for a high-stakes desert city

Honolulu, HI, and Las Vegas, NV, are over 2,700 miles apart, separated by an ocean and nearly 7 hours on a plane. 

When moving from Honolulu to Vegas, it's a good idea to prepare for life in a bigger city with more tourists. The city population of Las Vegas is around 642,000 vs. 351,000 in Hawaii. You’ll really notice the difference when looking at the metro populations, with 2.3 million in Vegas and 1.01 million in Hawaii’s capital city. 

Keep reading to learn what else to expect in the high-stakes desert environment.

Hotter summers and less rain

Vegas summer temperatures are hot and dry, with average highs around 104 degrees. Winters are also dry, temperatures dropping as low as 37 degrees, and snowfall is extremely rare. 

Like Vegas, snowfall is rare in Honolulu, and year-round temperatures typically vary between 65 and 85 degrees. 

Yearly rainfall in Vegas is only 5 inches per year, much lower than the 49 inches each year you’re used to in Honolulu.

Easier interstate road trips

If you love traveling to other states without getting on a plane, road trips are possible from Vegas. Just hop in your car and drive to one of these destinations: 

  • Boise: 624 miles 
  • Denver: 750 miles 
  • Los Angeles: 270 miles 
  • Phoenix: 300 miles 
  • Portland, OR: 970 miles 
  • Salt Lake City: 420 Miles 
  • San Francisco: 568 miles 
  • Seattle: 1,114 miles

Enjoy a lower cost of living in Las Vegas

The cost of living in Vegas is typically lower than in Honolulu, especially in housing prices. However, be prepared for higher utility costs due to the need for seasonal heating and air conditioning. 

Many people living in Las Vegas work in entertainment, gaming and tourism, but there are also multiple opportunities in education, government, information technology and warehousing. 

When you’re not working, you’ll find 24/7 entertainment options in Sin City, from magic shows to casinos to restaurants on the Vegas Strip. 

U-Pack can help with your move from Hawaii to Nevada

U-Pack® has nationwide service centers, including locations near Honolulu and Las Vegas. We’re a DIY-moving service where you handle packing, loading and unloading, and then we move your belongings. Get a free online quote today or call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 to speak to a moving consultant.