Nelson, NV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
29 332.4M (US)
Median Age
68.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
72.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$129,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$391 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$862 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.0% 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 0 46
Feb 1 0 50
Mar 1 0 55
Apr 0 0 63
May 0 0 73
Jun 0 0 83
Jul 1 0 88
Aug 1 0 87
Sep 1 0 79
Oct 1 0 67
Nov 0 0 54
Dec 1 0 46

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, NV State Senate District 20, NV Assembly District 23, NV
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Schools

Elton M Garrett Junior High School
17 miles, N • 3.7 star
Martha P King Elementary School
17 miles, N • 3.7 star
Boulder City High School
18 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Las Vegas College
25 miles, N • 1.4 star
DeVry University-Nevada
26 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

McCarran International Airport
31 miles, N • 4.6 star
St George Regional Airport
117 miles, NE • 1 star
Palm Springs International Airport
161 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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