From what I remember, there are fewer professional type jobs in LV and the pay was generally not competitive with other areas of the country although no state taxes is a huge plus.

I think living there you can find a way to fit in and things you enjoy, make it as expensive or inexpensive as you want just about no matter who you are which can’t be said for many areas.

Washington state has a lot of low limit BJ for a smaller BR, no state taxes, most likely better more varied employment options but cost of living is higher than LV at least around the Seattle metro area.