Las Vegas
A community guide to Las Vegas in Nevada, los Estados Unidos.
- Population
- 641,903 residents
- Region
- Nevada
- Country
- los Estados Unidos
- Coordinates
- 36.1750, -115.1372
Getting there
Reaching Las Vegas typically involves the regional road network of Nevada or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse los Estados Unidos. Local routes link Las Vegas to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of Nevada. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Las Vegas.
Geography and location
Las Vegas sits at approximate coordinates 36.1750 latitude and -115.1372 longitude within Nevada. The terrain and natural features around Las Vegas reflect those typical of its part of los Estados Unidos, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Nevada road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Economy and services
The economy of Las Vegas reflects a diversified urban economy, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in Nevada. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of Nevada and los Estados Unidos. Businesses based in Las Vegas draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.