Las Vegas Statistics & Facts 2026
Comprehensive tourism statistics for Las Vegas, updated for 2026. Visitor volume, hotel performance, gaming revenue, economic impact, and historical trends — all sourced from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) and official government data.
Last updated: April 30, 2026 · Sources: LVCVA, Harry Reid International Airport, Nevada Gaming Control Board
Key Las Vegas Facts at a Glance
Las Vegas Annual Visitor Volume (2018–2025)
Las Vegas welcomed 38.5 million visitors in 2025, a 7.5% decrease compared to 2024's 41.6 million. This decline reflects shifting travel dynamics including reduced convention attendance and changing consumer spending patterns. The 2025 figure represents the lowest visitation total since the post-pandemic recovery year of 2022, though it remains well above the catastrophic 2020 figure of 19 million when the city essentially shut down for several months.
| Year | Visitors | Year-over-Year Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 42.1M | -0.2% |
| 2019 | 42.5M | +1.0% |
| 2020 | 19.0M | -55.2% |
| 2021 | 32.2M | +69.4% |
| 2022 | 38.8M | +20.5% |
| 2023 | 40.8M | +5.2% |
| 2024 | 41.6M | +2.0% |
| 2025 | 38.5M | -7.5% |
2025 Monthly Visitor Breakdown
The monthly data for 2025 reveals a consistent pattern of decline across nearly every month compared to the prior year. December 2025 saw the steepest drop at 9.2% fewer visitors than December 2024, while the summer months showed more moderate declines. The LVCVA attributed the downturn to a combination of reduced convention bookings, economic uncertainty, and increased competition from other entertainment destinations.
Hotel Industry Performance
Las Vegas operates approximately 150,000 hotel rooms across the metropolitan area, making it one of the largest hotel markets in the world. The Las Vegas Strip alone accounts for roughly 87,000 of those rooms. Hotel occupancy rates have historically hovered between 85% and 90% during peak years, though 2025 saw a slight softening as visitor volume declined. Average daily room rates on the Strip have increased significantly over the past five years, driven by resort fee increases and a general shift toward premium pricing strategies across major operators.
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Hotel Rooms | ~150,000 | ~150,500 | ~150,500 |
| Average Occupancy | 86.7% | 85.2% | 82.8% |
| Avg. Daily Rate (Strip) | $185 | $192 | $198 |
| RevPAR (Strip) | $160 | $164 | $164 |
Gaming Revenue
Clark County, which encompasses Las Vegas and surrounding communities, generated over $14 billion in gaming revenue in 2024, with the Las Vegas Strip accounting for approximately $8.8 billion of that total. While gaming remains a significant economic driver, its share of total tourism revenue has steadily declined as Las Vegas has diversified into entertainment, dining, sports, and conventions. In the 1990s, gaming accounted for over 50% of total resort revenue; today that figure is closer to 30% as non-gaming amenities have become the primary draw for many visitors.
| Year | Clark County Total | Las Vegas Strip | Downtown |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $13.4B | $8.2B | $0.9B |
| 2023 | $13.8B | $8.5B | $0.9B |
| 2024 | $14.1B | $8.8B | $1.0B |
Transportation & Airport Statistics
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), formerly McCarran International Airport, is the primary gateway for Las Vegas visitors. The airport handled over 57 million passengers in 2024, making it one of the busiest airports in the United States. Approximately 85% of Las Vegas visitors arrive by air, with the remaining 15% arriving by car, primarily from Southern California. The airport serves as a hub for multiple airlines and offers direct flights to over 170 domestic and international destinations.
Economic Impact of Las Vegas Tourism
Tourism is the economic engine of Southern Nevada, generating over $70 billion in annual economic impact and supporting more than 300,000 jobs directly and indirectly. The hospitality and leisure sector accounts for approximately 28% of all employment in the Las Vegas metropolitan area, making it the most tourism-dependent major city in the United States. Convention and meeting business alone contributes an estimated $12 billion annually, with the Las Vegas Convention Center, Mandalay Bay Convention Center, and Venetian Expo Center hosting thousands of events each year.
The arrival of professional sports has added a significant new dimension to the city's economic profile. The Las Vegas Raiders (NFL), Vegas Golden Knights (NHL), Las Vegas Aces (WNBA), and the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix collectively generate billions in additional economic activity and have helped diversify the city's appeal beyond traditional gaming and entertainment tourism.
Visitor Demographics & Behavior
According to the 2025 LVCVA Visitor Profile Study, the average Las Vegas visitor stays 3.4 nights and spends approximately $840 per trip on non-transportation expenses. The median visitor age is 44, and 80% of visitors report being likely to return. The top feeder markets for Las Vegas visitors are Los Angeles, San Francisco, Phoenix, Seattle, and Denver, though the city draws significant international visitation from Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Australia, and South Korea.
| Demographic | Statistic |
|---|---|
| Average Length of Stay | 3.4 nights |
| Average Trip Spending | ~$840 (non-transportation) |
| Median Visitor Age | 44 years |
| Likely to Return | 80% |
| Primary Purpose: Vacation | ~50% |
| Primary Purpose: Convention | ~14% |
| Visitors Who Gambled | ~71% |
| Average Gambling Budget | ~$580 per trip |
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Sources & Methodology
All visitor volume and hotel performance data is sourced from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) monthly and annual reports, available at lvcva.com/research.
Gaming revenue figures are sourced from the Nevada Gaming Control Board monthly revenue reports.
Airport passenger data is sourced from Harry Reid International Airport official statistics.
Visitor demographic data is sourced from the LVCVA Visitor Profile Study, conducted annually.
Economic impact estimates are based on LVCVA and Applied Analysis reports on Southern Nevada tourism.
This page is updated monthly as new data becomes available. Some figures marked with "~" are estimates based on available partial-year data or industry reports.