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Nevada Keeps Getting New Residents, From Exactly Where You Expect

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It looks like Nevada, especially Las Vegas, will continue to increase in population this year. And the majority of the new residents are coming from exactly where you would expect.

We just reported a story about a license plate that was revoked by the Nevada DMV. The plate, which read GOBK2CA, was deemed offensive to Californians. As it clearly meant for Californians to go back to their home state. And while the plate was unkind, new statistics show it’s not unfounded.

Not to say we agree that Californians should stop moving to Nevada. We just mean the numbers show California is the state dominating the list of states new Nevada residents are coming from. In fact, the Review Journal reported that 29.7 percent of people moving to Nevada in the last two years are coming from California. Texas, Florida, Washington and New York were also high contributors, but none of them made up more than 9 percent of Nevada’s newcomers.

And it makes sense. While most people move for a job or family, a third main driving force for relocation is to improve finances. And that is certainly the case with a California-to-Nevada move. The cost of living is drastically lower here. There’s no state tax, no inheritance taxes, and low property taxes compared to that of the Golden State.

And Nevada will continue to grow, according to new statistics.

Internet searches for moving-related topics were used to determine the growth rate Las Vegas can expect in 2023. So far, it’s been determined that Las Vegas has the highest move-in rate in Nevada this year. And even though some people are moving out of Sin City, even more are moving in. Specifically, about 50 percent more people are relocating to Las Vegas than are moving out.

So if you were hoping the population growth in Las Vegas was going to slow down soon, we don’t advise holding your breath.

Las Vegas Ranks Pretty High On List Of 'Cougar' Dating Hot Spots

Look out, Las Vegas Man Cubs…Cougars are taking over Sin City.

A recent survey revealed the top ten cities that are hot spots for relationships involving older females and younger males. And Las Vegas landed in the top 10. The list was released this year by Cougar Life, a dating website created to empower the mature women in the modern world.

The data was taken from the number of people who signed up on the website in 2022. This is the first list of its kind from Cougar Life, who launched their site in 2009. Over nine million people have joined since then, with a 200% increase in signups between 2021 and 2022.

The benefits of the older woman/younger man dynamic.

According to Cougar Life, older women bring maturity and experience to their relationships. And they tend to steer clear of drama. Meanwhile, the younger male is typically more open-minded and finds more humor in life than their older counterparts. The company’s position is that relationships can work with people of any age, as long as they’re honest about their needs and agree on important issues.

When the slang term “cougar” first originated in the 1990’s, it was considered somewhat taboo for an older woman to date a younger man. But thanks to modern female-driven movements, and shows like Sex And The City, it’s becoming more universally-accepted.

I know what you’re thinking…”Am I a cougar?”

According to Wikipedia, a Cougar isn’t merely any women who happens to date, or have dated, a younger man. “Cougar” is defined as a woman who seeks out relationships with younger men or women, either romantic or sexual in nature. And the term applies specifically to any woman who seeks these partners who are at least five years younger.

So where are the biggest Cougar habitats in the country? According to Cougar Life’s list, Florida dominates that dating market. Followed by Ohio. Here’s the rest of the Top 10. – Wendy Rush

  • 10. Buffalo, NY

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    While Sex And The City made us all think New York City was where all the cougars hang out, turns out that’s wrong. If you’re looking for an older lady, Buffalo is where you should go.

  • 9. Minneapolis, MN

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    Minneapolis can get pretty darn cold in the winter. Good thing there are a lot of cougars there to cuddle with.

  • 8. Cleveland, OH

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    That 70’s Show always said Cleveland rocks. Now we know why.

  • 7. Cincinnati, OH

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    Apparently, Ohio is hiding a lot of mature women looking for younger men. Cincinnati also landed in the Top 10.

  • 6. Richmond, VA

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    Virginia has some beautiful landscapes and is also known for their education system. So this would be a good place to look if you’re looking for a smarty pants in hiking shorts.

  • 5. Tampa, FL

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    Florida took three of the five top spots on this list. So you can pretty much wander anywhere in the state and find a mature woman looking for love.

  • 4. Las Vegas, NV

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    Las Vegas women are savvy and know how to have fun. And apparently that doesn’t stop with age.

  • 3. Atlanta, GA

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    Whether she plays golf or not, many mature Atlanta women are “open” to love with a younger man.

  • 2. Orlando, FL

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    Another city in Florida in the top five on this list. Not sure what it is about the area that brings the cougars, but it’s anything but slim pickings for cougar-hunters.

  • 1. Miami, FL

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    Welcome to Miami. The number one city for mature women looking for younger mates. I wonder if that’s what Will Smith was referring to…

– Wendy Rush, 96.3 KKLZ

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Wendy Rush is the midday host on one of Vegas's top stations, 96.3 KKLZ. She has been with the station for ten years and comes with a diverse career background. In addition to being a radio host, Wendy has lived the Vegas life as an entertainer. She has been a celebrity impersonator, rock band singer, and improv comedian. As a content creator for 96.3 KKLZ, Wendy writes about music, celebrities, mental health and wellness, and life as a Las Vegas local.

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