Searchlight, NV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
329 332.4M (US)
Median Age
68.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
34.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,167 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
66.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$128,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$377 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$341 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.8% 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 49
Mar 1 0 55
Apr 0 0 62
May 0 0 71
Jun 0 0 81
Jul 1 0 86
Aug 1 0 85
Sep 1 0 78
Oct 0 0 66
Nov 0 0 53
Dec 1 0 45

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NV State Senate District 20, NV Assembly District 23, NV
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Schools

Harry Reid Elementary School
1 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Laughlin Jr/Sr High School
26 miles, S • 1.9 star
William G Bennett Elementary School
27 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Colleges

DeVry University-Nevada
40 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Valley View Medical Center
36 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

McCarran International Airport
45 miles, N • 4.6 star
St George Regional Airport
135 miles, NE • 1 star
Palm Springs International Airport
144 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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