Moving To Nevada

A complete guide of the state from healthcare to diversity

Should you move to Nevada?

Nevada is known for its iconic city of Las Vegas, but beyond the dazzling lights, Nevada boasts award-winning neighborhoods and stunning natural landscapes, including the Great Basin National Park and Red Rock Canyon.

Plus, the secret is out. Nevada is a very business-friendly state with affordable housing and no state income tax.

Historically, the Nevada economy relied heavily on tourism and mining. But, with the financial perks, Nevada’s two major Metros, the Las Vegas Valley and Reno, have seen expansive growth in both population and a diversifying economy.

Sparks, a Reno suburb, welcomed a Tesla Gigafactory in 2016. In January 2023, the company announced a $3.6 billion expansion of the state-of-the-art battery facility adding 3,000 more jobs. After decades of trying, Las Vegas is now home to two professional sports teams, the Raiders and Stanley Cup championship winners the Vegas Golden Knights.

Living in Nevada offers incredible outdoor activities, such as hiking in the stunning Valley of Fire State Park, skiing in the picturesque Lake Tahoe region, and exploring the vast desert landscapes. Residents can access California Beaches, the Grand Canyon, Zion National Park, and Death Valley National Park within a comfortable driving distance.

With its unique blend of natural beauty, economic opportunities, and proximity to beautiful destinations, Nevada continues to attract individuals seeking an exceptional lifestyle. Just beware of the 120-degree summers in Southern Nevada.

State Capital

Carson City

Area Code(s)

702, 775

Time Zone

Pacific Time Zone, Mountain Time Zone

Land Area (sq mi)

109,860

State Bird

Mountain bluebird

Motto

All For Our Country and Battle Born

State Flag

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How Does Nevada Rank?

A
Diversity
C
Cost of Living
D
Home Affordability

Who Lives in Nevada?

Discover more about the people who make up the State

Total Population

National Avg 6,652,315

Population Density

28 per sq mi

National Avg 206.5 persons/square mile

How does Nevada compare?

A
Diversity Grade
White alone
46.6%
Black or African American
10.6%
American Indian and Alaska Native
1.7%
Asian
9.1%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.9%
Hispanic or Latino
29.9%

Foreign Born Persons

19.2%

Veterans

202503

Under 5 years
5.7%
Under 18 years
22.2%
Over 65 years
16.5%

Nevada Climate

How’s the weather?

How Does Nevada Compare?

#3
in Sunny Days
#50
in Annual Rainfall
#48
in Daytime Humidity

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Healthcare in Nevada

How are the hospitals and care?

Major Hospitals

36

Residents Per Bed

461

Residents Per Physician

481.0

How Does Nevada Compare?

#41
in Healthcare
#15
in Available Beds
#48
in Doctors Per Resident

Nevada Metropolitans

Nevada

Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise

Nevada

Reno

Nevada

Carson City

Nevada Cost of Living

How Does Nevada Compare?

32
in Cost of Living
20
in Minimum Wage
16
in Living Wage

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Nevada State Taxes

Housing in Nevada

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Total Households

1,141,952

Own vs. Rent

Own 57.8%
Rent 42.2%

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Median Home Value

358,400

National $440,300

Median Rent

$1,238

National $1,702

Average Homeownership cost

$454

Taxes, Insurance, Utilities, HOA (no mortgage)

Persons Per Household

2.65

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Nevada Schools

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8th Grade Proficiency (2022)

Ranked #39 in Mathematics

Basic Proficiency

56%

Proficient or Above

21%

Ranked #23 in Reading

Basic Proficiency

68%

Proficient or Above

29%

Education Attainment

High School Degree
87%
Bachelors Degree
26.1%

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Nevada Cities & Towns

Nevada Economy

The industries, jobs, and economics of the zip code

Median Household Income

$65,686

US Average $74,580

How does Nevada compare?

In Labor Force

63%

Poverty rate

14.1%

Private Employers

73,505

Total Employees

1,157,850

Nevada Counties

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