Mineral County, NV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
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
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
4,557 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,584 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$175,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$334 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$727 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Nevada
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 18 34
Feb 2 18 37
Mar 2 18 42
Apr 1 8 47
May 1 1 56
Jun 0 0 64
Jul 0 0 72
Aug 0 0 71
Sep 1 0 63
Oct 1 2 52
Nov 2 10 41
Dec 2 16 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, NV State Senate District 17, NV Assembly District 38, NV
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Schools

Hawthorne Junior High School
12 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Mineral County High School
12 miles, NW • 2.8 star

Colleges

Western Nevada College
87 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Lake Tahoe Community College
88 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Sierra Nevada College
96 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Carrington College-Reno
98 miles, NW • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Mammoth Hospital
67 miles, SW
Banner Churchill Community Hospital
69 miles, N • 3.2 star

Airports

Mammoth Yosemite Airport
66 miles, SW • 1 star
Reno-Tahoe International Airport
99 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Fresno Yosemite International Airport
140 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
159 miles, W • 1 star