Gardnerville Ranchos Urban Area, NV-CA

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
51,319 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$88,659 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$584,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$607 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,330 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

California
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

California
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 2 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

Diamond Valley Elementary
6 miles, NW 3.7 star
Jacobsen High (China Spring YC)
7 miles, NE 3.7 star

Colleges

Lake Tahoe Community College
19 miles, NW 1.4 star
Western Nevada College
32 miles, N 1.4 star
Sierra Nevada College
37 miles, N 2.3 star
Carrington College-Reno
50 miles, N 1.4 star

Hospitals

Carson Valley Medical Center
13 miles, N 3.2 star
Barton Memorial Hospital
20 miles, NW 5 star

Airports

Reno-Tahoe International Airport
53 miles, N 2.3 star
Mammoth Yosemite Airport
90 miles, S 1 star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
101 miles, W 1 star
Sacramento International Airport
101 miles, W 3.2 star