Ely, NV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
3,941 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,389 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$201,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$394 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$826 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

White Pine County
3
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

White Pine County
2
Nevada
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 26
Feb 1 9 30
Mar 1 6 37
Apr 1 4 43
May 1 1 52
Jun 1 0 61
Jul 1 0 69
Aug 1 0 68
Sep 1 0 58
Oct 1 1 47
Nov 1 3 35
Dec 1 7 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 9%

Schools

David E Norman Elementary School
1 miles, S 1.4 star
White Pine Middle School
2 miles, SW 1.9 star

Colleges

Great Basin College
119 miles, N 1.4 star
Southern Utah University
147 miles, S 1.9 star

Hospitals

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital
117 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports

Elko Regional Airport
118 miles, N 1 star
Cedar City Regional Airport
144 miles, S 1 star
St George Regional Airport
171 miles, S 1 star
Provo Municipal Airport
180 miles, E 1 star