Carson City, NV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
58,364 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,809 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$426,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$533 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,068 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Carson City Metro Area
4
Nevada
6
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Carson City Metro Area
3
Nevada
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 17 31
Feb 3 17 33
Mar 3 14 39
Apr 1 7 44
May 1 1 51
Jun 1 0 59
Jul 0 0 66
Aug 0 0 65
Sep 1 0 58
Oct 1 1 48
Nov 2 6 38
Dec 3 16 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NV State Senate District 16, NV Assembly District 40, NV
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Schools

JC Fremont Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
Argent Preparatory Academy
<1 miles, W • 1.4 star
Al Seeliger Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Carson High School
1 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Western Nevada College
3 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Sierra Nevada College
12 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Lake Tahoe Community College
20 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Carrington College-Reno
22 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Carson Valley Medical Center
16 miles, S • 3.2 star
Renown South Meadows Medical Center
20 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Reno-Tahoe International Airport
24 miles, N • 2.3 star
Sacramento International Airport
104 miles, W • 3.2 star
Mammoth Yosemite Airport
116 miles, S • 1 star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
119 miles, SW • 1 star
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