Smith Valley, NV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
1,618 332.4M (US)
Median Age
65.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,194 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$691,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$570 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$687 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lyon County
3
Reno Metro Area
5
Nevada
6

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lyon County
2
Reno Metro Area
5
Nevada
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 14 33
Feb 2 14 36
Mar 2 20 41
Apr 1 10 46
May 1 2 54
Jun 0 0 63
Jul 0 0 70
Aug 0 0 69
Sep 0 1 61
Oct 1 3 51
Nov 2 6 40
Dec 3 13 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NV State Senate District 17, NV Assembly District 38, NV
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Schools

Smith Valley Schools
2 miles, E • 2.8 star
Jacobsen High (China Spring YC)
16 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Coleville High
17 miles, SW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Lake Tahoe Community College
34 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Western Nevada College
36 miles, N • 1.4 star
Sierra Nevada College
44 miles, N • 2.3 star
Carrington College-Reno
52 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Carson Valley Medical Center
21 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Barton Memorial Hospital
35 miles, NW • 5 star
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Airports

Reno-Tahoe International Airport
54 miles, N • 2.3 star
Mammoth Yosemite Airport
85 miles, S • 1 star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
119 miles, W • 1 star
Sacramento International Airport
120 miles, W • 3.2 star
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