Mesquite, NV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
21,314 332.4M (US)
Median Age
62.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,439 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$374,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$477 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$965 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Clark County
6
Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas Metro Area
6
Nevada
6

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Clark County
6
Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas Metro Area
6
Nevada
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 1 42
Feb 1 1 46
Mar 1 0 53
Apr 0 0 60
May 0 0 69
Jun 0 0 79
Jul 0 0 85
Aug 0 0 83
Sep 0 0 75
Oct 0 0 63
Nov 0 0 50
Dec 1 1 41

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

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

Liberal (42%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, NV State Senate District 20, NV Assembly District 19, NV
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Schools

Charles Arthur Hughes Middle School
3 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Virgin Valley Elementary School
3 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Virgin Valley High School
4 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Dixie State University
37 miles, E • 1.4 star
Stevens-Henager College
37 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Mesa View Regional Hospital
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Dixie Regional Medical Center
37 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

St George Regional Airport
37 miles, E • 1 star
McCarran International Airport
76 miles, W • 4.6 star
Cedar City Regional Airport
84 miles, NE • 1 star
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