A Cuban woman living in Las Vegas has gone viral on TikTok by sharing, in great detail, how much she and her partner spend each month to live "organized" in the city of sin. The video, posted by user @camsoria19, has already received hundreds of comments ranging from surprised and skeptical to those who simply can't believe it. "This is what we spend each month living in Las Vegas…", she started off saying, and from there, it all became controversial.
According to Cam, the biggest expense is rent: $1,560 for a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment that, he claims, is well-located and in a quiet area. Additionally, there are utilities: electricity $80, water $20, and internet $52. Regarding food, he says they spend between $250 and $300 a month because they make large purchases every two weeks and supplement with what is necessary. What's the secret? Many times they eat at work, so they cook little at home.
Gasoline is also part of the expenses, adding up to 40 dollars a week to cover the distance for one of his jobs. He includes other fixed costs such as 150 dollars for car insurance, 300 for phones and devices (including two watches and an iPad), as well as what he needs for entertainment and remote work: Netflix (18), an editing app (34), and another work-related application (25). The total monthly expenses, according to Cam, amount to around 2,700 dollars.
Up to that point, it all seemed like a personal anecdote. But TikTok doesn't hold back. In the comments, dozens of users reacted with astonishment and, in some cases, a touch of disbelief. "$80 for electricity in Las Vegas? I pay $250 and that's without air conditioning," commented one. " $300 for food? I spend that in a week and there are only two of us!", exclaimed another. Several even shared their own budgets, with figures that doubled or tripled Cam's.
The young woman responded to many of these messages clarifying that they do not have children, that her partner works in a restaurant (which helps with meals), and that their insurance is shared. “We don’t cook every day, we eat at work several times a week…,” she explained in several comments. She even had to upload the electricity bill to show the skeptics what she pays.
Although many still doubt her budget, others applaud her for her organizational skills. In the end, as one user said, "everyone has their own finances." The truth is that living in Las Vegas can be as expensive or affordable as your lifestyle allows… as long as you know where to shop and aren't afraid to explain your expenses on TikTok.
Frequently asked questions about the cost of living in Las Vegas according to a Cuban on TikTok
How much does a Cuban spend per month living in Las Vegas?
The total monthly expense is around 2,700 dollars, according to TikTok user @camsoria19. This calculation includes rent for an apartment, utilities, food, gasoline, car insurance, and entertainment.
What are the most significant expenses in @camsoria19's monthly budget?
The most significant expense is rent, which costs $1,560 per month for a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment. Other important expenses include utilities such as electricity, water, and internet, in addition to gasoline and car insurance.
How do @camsoria19 and their partner manage to keep their food expenses low?
They spend between 250 and 300 dollars a month on food by making large purchases every two weeks and because they often eat at work, thus reducing the need to cook at home.
Why do some TikTok users question the expenses presented by @camsoria19?
Many users expressed skepticism as they believe that certain expenses, such as those for electricity and food, are unusually low for Las Vegas. Some claim to pay much more for similar services, which has sparked a debate about the accuracy of the presented budget.
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