Reno Metro Area, NV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
556,539 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$84,684 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$474,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$551 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,355 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 12 32
Feb 2 11 36
Mar 2 9 41
Apr 1 4 47
May 1 0 55
Jun 0 0 63
Jul 0 0 70
Aug 0 0 69
Sep 0 0 61
Oct 1 0 51
Nov 2 5 40
Dec 3 11 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 45% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right.

Liberal (45%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NV State Senate District 14, NV Assembly District 32, NV
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Schools

Gerlach K-12
30 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Sierra Primary
32 miles, W • 2.3 star
Fort Sage Middle
32 miles, W • 3.2 star
Herlong High
32 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Truckee Meadows Community College
49 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Career College of Northern Nevada
50 miles, SW • 1.4 star
University of Nevada-Reno
51 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Milan Institute-Sparks
51 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Northern Nevada Medical Center
50 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Reno-Tahoe International Airport
53 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Redding Municipal Airport
145 miles, NW • 1 star
Sacramento International Airport
153 miles, W • 3.2 star
Mammoth Yosemite Airport
186 miles, S • 1 star
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