Las Vegas was the top destination for retirees moving in 2025, report says

The city of Las Vegas was the top retirement destination for people 65 and over when looking at specific cities, according to a new study.

Approximately 7,854 retirement age movers (65-plus) moved to the valley last year, according to a report from the online relocation service marketplace HireAHelper.

The study used marketing data company PGM’s database of close to 15 million moves between January to December 2025. The city of Las Vegas beat out Tuscon (7,627) and Houston (7,287). Henderson ranked 40th, with 3,178 moves among retirees and Reno ranked 81st, welcoming approximately 2,131 retirement-age movers last year.

Affordability is a big reason the city of Las Vegas, which includes parts of Summerlin, ranked first, said Daniel Cobb, a senior editor and lead researcher at HireAHelper.

“Las Vegas likely ranked first because it hits a rare sweet spot for retirees right now by offering relatively affordable housing, no state income tax, and a well-developed infrastructure for older adults with plenty of entertainment,” he said. “It offers the lifestyle people want, but also the financial predictability they need when living on a fixed income.”

Traditional retirement areas such as Phoenix and Mesa, Arizona ranked highly in the report, which looked at a variety of factors that drive those aged 65 and over to move once they leave the workforce. The study said retirees have a long-standing preferences for warm, dry climates and relatively affordable housing.

“These cities also benefit from established retirement and older adult-oriented infrastructure, including specialized healthcare providers, senior services, and active-adult communities,” added Cobb. “For many, they offer a balance between outdoor recreation, cultural amenities and manageable living costs.”

More than 2.1 million Americans age 65 and over relocated last year, according to the study. At the state level, South Carolina led the country on a state level regarding net gains, adding 5,427 residents. Meanwhile, Nevada ranked relatively low because of its smaller population than a lot of states.

Florida recorded the highest total inbound moves at 45,696 among residents who are 65 years or older, but also saw 44,881 outbound moves, resulting in a net gain of just 815.