Douglas County, NV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
49,624 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$88,018 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$587,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$605 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,331 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Gardnerville Ranchos Urban Area
2
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

Gardnerville Ranchos Urban Area
3
Nevada
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 16 31
Feb 2 15 34
Mar 2 16 39
Apr 1 6 43
May 1 1 51
Jun 0 0 59
Jul 0 0 66
Aug 0 0 65
Sep 0 0 58
Oct 1 1 48
Nov 1 8 38
Dec 2 13 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 7%

Schools

Pau Wa Lu Middle School
6 miles, W 1.4 star
Jacobsen High (China Spring YC)
6 miles, SW 3.7 star
Gene Scarselli Elementary School
6 miles, W 2.8 star
CC Meneley Elementary School
6 miles, W 2.8 star

Colleges

Lake Tahoe Community College
20 miles, NW 1.4 star
Western Nevada College
22 miles, N 1.4 star
Sierra Nevada College
29 miles, N 2.3 star
Carrington College-Reno
40 miles, N 1.4 star

Hospitals

Carson Valley Medical Center
6 miles, NW 3.2 star
Barton Memorial Hospital
21 miles, NW 5 star

Airports

Reno-Tahoe International Airport
42 miles, N 2.3 star
Mammoth Yosemite Airport
98 miles, S 1 star
Sacramento International Airport
108 miles, W 3.2 star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
112 miles, W 1 star