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Centennial Hills, NV vs Las Vegas, NV
Centennial Hills, NV vs Las Vegas, NV: What the data shows
Centennial Hills, NV is in Centennial Hills, NV while Las Vegas, NV is in Las Vegas, NV — both in the same state. On home prices, Las Vegas, NV is the more affordable option at $235,000 median — $191,000 less than Centennial Hills, NV's $426,000. WYLT rates Centennial Hills, NV as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Las Vegas, NV as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Centennial Hills, NV has the stronger safety profile of the two. Centennial Hills, NV has Moderate violent crime and High property crime. Las Vegas, NV has High violent crime and High property crime. On environmental risk, Centennial Hills, NV has Low flood risk and Las Vegas, NV has Low flood risk.
Las Vegas, NV is the more walkable neighborhood. Centennial Hills, NV scores N/A/100 versus Las Vegas, NV's 33/100 (mostly car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Las Vegas, NV has the higher school rating — Centennial Hills, NV rates 6.9/10 and Las Vegas, NV rates 7.1/10.
| Category | Centennial Hills, NV | Las Vegas, NV |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $426K | $235K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $2K | $902 ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $101K ✓ Higher income | $35K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | Car-dependent | 33/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | Minimal transit | 22/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | 31/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 30 min | 20 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | F ✓ Safer | F |
| Violent Crime | Moderate ✓ Lower risk | High |
| Property Crime | High | High |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good ✓ Cleaner air | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.9/10 | 7.1/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | First‑time homebuyers looking for affordabilityRenters seeking lower rent than downtown VegasFamilies with moderate income who want a suburban feel | Solo professionalsNightlife loversBudget-conscious renters |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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