Tonopah, NV
Livability
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Bikeability
4/10
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Walkability
5/10
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Transit
5/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
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Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
- directions_run Walkability
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Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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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
1,938
332.4M (US)
Median Age
61.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
28.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
13.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$37,922
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
69.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$182,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$470
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$725
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Nye County
3
Pahrump Urban Area
3
Nevada
6
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Nye County
4
Pahrump Urban Area
4
Nevada
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 6 | 28 |
| Feb | 1 | 4 | 33 |
| Mar | 1 | 4 | 38 |
| Apr | 1 | 2 | 45 |
| May | 1 | 1 | 53 |
| Jun | 0 | 0 | 62 |
| Jul | 0 | 0 | 69 |
| Aug | 0 | 0 | 67 |
| Sep | 0 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 1 | 1 | 48 |
| Nov | 1 | 3 | 37 |
| Dec | 1 | 4 | 29 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.
Liberal (32%) (62%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 74%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 4, NV State Senate District 17, NV Assembly District 38, NVSchools
Tonopah Elementary School
2 miles, SW
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2.3
Tonopah Middle School
2 miles, SW
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1.4
Tonopah High School
2 miles, S
•
2.8
Goldfield Elementary School
26 miles, SW
•
3.2
Colleges
Western Nevada College
158 miles, NW
•
1.4
Princess Institute of Beauty
158 miles, W
Reedley College
160 miles, W
•
1.4
Lake Tahoe Community College
160 miles, NW
•
1.4
Hospitals
Northern Inyo Hospital
82 miles, W
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3.2
Mount Grant General Hospital
82 miles, NW
Mammoth Hospital
100 miles, W
Southern Inyo Hospital
112 miles, SW
Airports
Mammoth Yosemite Airport
94 miles, W
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1
Fresno Yosemite International Airport
164 miles, W
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1.4
Reno-Tahoe International Airport
168 miles, NW
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2.3
McCarran International Airport
179 miles, S
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4.6