Minden, NV
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
3,309
332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
33.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$86,806
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$524,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$610
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,604
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Douglas County
2
Gardnerville Ranchos Urban Area
2
Nevada
6
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Douglas County
3
Gardnerville Ranchos Urban Area
3
Nevada
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 13 | 31 |
| Feb | 2 | 13 | 34 |
| Mar | 2 | 14 | 40 |
| Apr | 1 | 5 | 44 |
| May | 1 | 1 | 52 |
| Jun | 0 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 67 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 66 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 1 | 1 | 49 |
| Nov | 1 | 8 | 38 |
| Dec | 2 | 11 | 31 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 53%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, NV State Senate District 17, NV Assembly District 39, NVSchools
Minden Elementary School
<1 miles, SE
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3.2
Douglas County High School
<1 miles, W
•
3.7
Carson Valley Middle School
2 miles, S
•
1.9
Colleges
Lake Tahoe Community College
11 miles, W
•
1.4
Western Nevada College
15 miles, N
•
1.4
Sierra Nevada College
21 miles, N
•
2.3
Carrington College-Reno
34 miles, N
•
1.4
Hospitals
Carson Valley Medical Center
4 miles, S
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3.2
Barton Memorial Hospital
13 miles, W
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5
Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center
16 miles, N
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4.1
Incline Village Community Hospital
22 miles, N
Airports
Reno-Tahoe International Airport
37 miles, N
•
2.3
Sacramento International Airport
100 miles, W
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3.2
Mammoth Yosemite Airport
105 miles, S
•
1
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
109 miles, W
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1