Property taxes
Illinois homeowners pay about 2% of home value every year. On a $500,000 home that is $10,000; in Henderson it is closer to $2,750.
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Illinois taxes? Bye‑bye.
Hello, Nevada.
Zero state income tax and often lower property taxes, with no state estate tax. Ron Glogovsky helps Illinoisans buy in Las Vegas, Henderson and Lake Las Vegas.
- Nevada personal income tax; business taxes may still apply. Illinois takes 4.95%
- 0%
- sunny days a year in Las Vegas. Chicago gets 189, plus about 35 inches of snow
- 294
Why people are leaving Illinois
Here's what people leaving Illinois are escaping — and what Nevada gives back.
A relocation budget includes more than one tax. Compare the taxes, housing expenses and transportation costs that apply to your own circumstances.
Taxes and fees beyond income tax
Chicago imposes separate taxes on certain leases, amusements and checkout bags; scope and exemptions differ. Check current rules for the purchases and services you use.
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Tolls and roads you pay for twice
The Illinois Tollway has approved an increase of approximately 45 cents per passenger-vehicle toll starting January 1, 2027. Check the rate for your route and payment method.
Read more about tolls and roads you pay for twice
Five months of winter
Chicago averages 189 sunny days and about 35 inches of snow. Las Vegas averages 294 sunny days and none.
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State and local budget considerations
Compare the taxes and fees that apply to your household; pension funding figures alone do not establish your future tax bill.
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More house, no state line drama, four hours by air
Master-planned communities, Red Rock and Lake Mead at the door, and a four-hour nonstop back to O'Hare or Midway.
Read more about more house, no state line drama, four hours by airRelocation considerations
Population migration and company-location decisions are different measures. Neither alone establishes the tax impact of your move.
Run your numbers
How much is Illinois costing you every year?
Drag the sliders. Income tax and property tax — Nevada's income-tax line is always zero.
Estimate: Illinois 4.95% flat rate less the 2026 personal exemption; Illinois effective property tax ≈2.0% of value vs ≈0.55% in Clark County. Excludes federal tax, sales tax, gas tax, tolls, fees and credits.
General relocation information, not tax, legal, lending or investment advice. Examples are estimates based on stated assumptions and dated sources; actual taxes, costs, financing eligibility and savings vary. Consult your own CPA, attorney and chosen lender before acting. Moving does not necessarily end Illinois tax obligations.
What Illinois costs you each year
$17,135
income tax $7,135 · property tax $10,000
Same lines in Nevada
$2,750
property tax only
You keep, per year
$14,385
$1,199 a month
This compares illustrative annual costs at the values you entered. Actual property tax, taxable income and future rates vary. Confirm tax treatment with your CPA.
Want the full picture — estate tax, sales tax, gas tax, business taxes? See the Illinois vs. Nevada tax comparison.
Where Illinoisans land
Henderson, Lake Las Vegas, Summerlin — pick your version of Nevada.
Master-planned, guard-gated, waterfront or new-build. Every community below links straight to live listings on Ron's main site.
Waterfront resort living
Lake Las Vegas
A 320-acre lake ringed by golf, resorts and Mediterranean-style villages in Henderson. Ron lives here.
From the $500s to $5M+
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Henderson's established heart
Green Valley Ranch
Upscale neighborhoods and The District's dining and shopping within walking distance.
From the $500s
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New-build family favorite
Inspirada
Henderson master plan with parks, trails and events, minutes from the M Resort and the new I-11.
From the $400s
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Guard-gated luxury
MacDonald Highlands
Custom estates perched above Henderson with DragonRidge Country Club and Strip-to-mountain views.
$1.5M to $20M+
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The valley's benchmark master plan
Summerlin
22,000 acres of villages on the west side, with Downtown Summerlin, Red Rock Canyon and 150+ parks.
From the $500s
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Summerlin's premier enclave
The Ridges
Guard-gated modern architecture around Bear's Best golf course, with the best views on the west side.
$2M to $30M+
See homes in The RidgesHow it works
From "we should probably leave" to keys in hand, in four steps.
- 1
Strategy call
A 20-minute conversation about why you're leaving, what you want on the other side, and the numbers that make it work. No pressure, no obligation.
- 2
Tour weekend
Ron builds a route through two or three communities that match your list. Most clients fly in Friday from O'Hare or Midway and know their answer by Sunday.
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Offer and contract
Ron handles the offer and the contract. Discuss financing and any overlap between home payments with your chosen lender.
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Close and land
Inspections, appraisal, utilities and keys, coordinated around your Illinois sale so you're never paying for two homes longer than you need to.
Your guide on the Nevada side
Ron Glogovsky knows exactly what you're leaving — and what you're getting.
Ron is a licensed Nevada REALTOR® based in Lake Las Vegas. He has owned and operated multiple businesses, built homes and invested in real estate, so he reads a relocation the way a client does: property tax, estate tax, timing, construction quality and lifestyle, all at once — and he has walked plenty of Midwesterners through their first summer.
- One point of contact for your Nevada purchase
- Works with cash, financed and new-construction purchases
- Responds to calls and texts the same day
- Lives in Lake Las Vegas with his wife, Jan
NV RE License S.0204927 · Alessi Realty Group | LIFE Realty District
What clients say
Out-of-state buyers, handled.
“Ron played a pivotal role in facilitating our successful real estate transaction as out-of-state buyers. My girlfriend and I discovered the property we were interested in, and we could count on Ron to represent us and ensure a smooth transaction with the builder. His meticulous approach and proactive problem-solving skills prevented potential issues from escalating.”
Questions Illinoisans ask first
Taxes, the estate tax, timing.
Do I really pay no state income tax in Nevada?
Yes. Nevada has no personal income tax on wages, self-employment income, capital gains, interest, dividends, retirement distributions or Social Security. The Nevada Constitution prohibits a tax on natural persons' wages or personal income. Nevada has no individual income tax, but sales, property, business and other taxes and fees still apply.
How much can I actually save by moving from Illinois to Nevada?
Income tax and property tax are two major lines to compare, but your result depends on taxable income, the specific homes, toll use and transaction costs. Use the calculator for an illustration, obtain property-specific tax estimates, and confirm tax treatment with your CPA.
I'm retired and Illinois doesn't tax my pension. Is there still a reason to move?
Illinois generally subtracts qualifying retirement income, so the income-tax difference may be small for a retiree. Property tax, estate planning, housing and climate may still matter. Compare your specific tax bills and moving costs before deciding.
Will Illinois still tax me after I move?
Only on Illinois-source income: rent from an Illinois property, an Illinois business, or wages for work physically performed in Illinois. The year you move you file a part-year IL-1040 with Schedule NR. Residency and tax domicile depend on your facts and the applicable state rules. Keep records of your move and obtain advice about any continuing Illinois tax obligations.
Does moving to Nevada get me out of the Illinois estate tax?
Illinois has a $4 million estate-tax exclusion threshold. Filing and tax calculations consider adjusted taxable gifts; this is not simply a tax on the excess over $4 million. Illinois assets may remain relevant after a move. Ask estate counsel to assess domicile, ownership and Illinois exposure.
How long does it take to become a Nevada resident?
Residency and tax domicile depend on your facts; changing documents alone does not end Illinois tax obligations. Subject to applicable exceptions, a new resident who drives must obtain a Nevada license within 30 days; a covered vehicle must be registered within 30 days of residency or when the Nevada license is obtained, whichever is earlier.
Ready to see what your Illinois budget buys in Nevada?
One call with Ron covers the neighborhoods, the numbers and the timeline. No pressure — just a plan.