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Laughlin

Pop. 8,789·16th most expensive in Nevada·Laughlin rents have dropped 10.4%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,033/mo
Year-over-Year
-10.4%
Month-over-Month
-6.2%
vs US Median
-$932
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Laughlin · $1,033
More affordable than 97% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
27% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,033/mo, rent takes about 27% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$41,000/yr
Local median income
$45,685/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Laughlin's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$691
1 BR
$779
2 BR
$930
3 BR
$1,313
4 BR+
$1,545
Research median
$930/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$12,396/yr
At $1,033/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 10.4% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-10.4% YoY, -6.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Laughlin, NV is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
8,789
Median income
$45,685
Median age
57.6
Renters
50%
Age distribution
12.5%
16%
17.9%
16%
37.5%
Under 1812.5%
18–3416%
35–5417.9%
55–6416%
65+37.5%
Gender
51.5%
48.5%
Male51.5%
Female48.5%
Race & ethnicity
73.3%
17.4%
White73.3%
Black2.8%
Hispanic17.4%
Asian0.7%
Other5.8%
Education (25+)
33.6%
37.9%
17.5%
No HS diploma11%
HS diploma33.6%
Some college37.9%
Bachelor's+17.5%
Housing tenure
50%
50%
Owner50%
Renter50%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Laughlin, NV has changed in 5 years

Income
$42,133 → $45,685
up 8.4%
Population
8,174 → 8,789
up 7.5%
Renter share
50% → 50%
+0.0 pts
Bachelor's+
15.5% → 17.5%
+2.0 pts
Median age
59.8 → 57.6
-2.2 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $42,133 in 2021 to $45,685 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 8,174 to 8,789 between 2021 and 2024, a 7.5% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 15.5% to 17.5%.

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About renting in Laughlin, NV

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Laughlin is $1,033/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $691/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $930/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $779/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,313/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($45,685/yr), Laughlin ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 10.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Laughlin an affordable city for renters?

Laughlin is considered affordable for renters. At $1,033/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($45,685/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Laughlin falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Laughlin?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $41,000/year (~$20/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,033/mo in Laughlin. The local median household income is $45,685/yr, meaning the typical Laughlin household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Laughlin?

Rent in Laughlin has decreased 10.4% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Laughlin rent compare to other cities in Nevada?

Laughlin is one of the more affordable cities in Nevada for rent, ranking #16 out of 16 tracked cities at $1,033/mo.

What percentage of Laughlin residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 50% of Laughlin households are renters, while 50% are owner-occupied. Laughlin leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Laughlin rent compare to the national average?

Laughlin's median rent of $1,033/mo is $932 (47%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Nevada, it ranks #16 out of 16 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,033/mo, rent takes ~27% of Laughlin's median household income ($45,685/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Laughlin 27%Benchmark 30%
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