How often is Mayor elected?

The position of Mayor is typically elected every 4 years.

What does it mean for an election to be nonpartisan?

Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation on the ballot.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the City Clerk's office.

Where is the filing office?

495 South Main Street, Second Floor Las Vegas, NV 89101

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 702-229-6311.

How do I get started running for Mayor?

You can start running for Mayor by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!

Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?

The next election for Mayor does not include a primary or runoff election.

How to Run for Mayor in Las Vegas, Clark County, Nevada

About Mayor

About this position

The Mayor is the chief executive officer of the municipality. They often preside over council meetings and may have the power to hire and fire heads of municipal departments.

Office level: City
Election frequency: Every 4 years
Affiliation: Nonpartisan

Election type

Partisan election (party labels appear on ballots)
Run-off election

How to run for Mayor

Step 1
Meet eligibility requirements
Each candidate for MAYOR shall be a qualified elector who has actually, as opposed to constructively, resided within the boundaries of the city which he/she desires to represent for a period of not less than 30 days immediately prior to the last day for filing a Declaration of Candidacy. “Actual residence” is defined in NRS 281.050 as the place where a person is legally domiciled and maintains a permanent habitation. If the person maintains more than one such habitation, the place the person declares to be his or her principal permanent habitation when filing a declaration pursuant to NRS 293C.185 shall be deemed to be the person’s actual residence. The mayor shall be elected by the registered voters of the City at large.
Step 2
File for office
Filing requirements
$100 filing fee.
Filing period
March 4, 2024 - March 15, 2024
Paperwork instructions
Submit paperwork to the City Clerk's office.
Where to file
495 South Main Street, Second Floor Las Vegas, NV 89101
Filing phone
702-229-6311
Step 3
Launch your campaign
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