Walker Lake, NV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
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
402 332.4M (US)
Median Age
64.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
31.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
2.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$44,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$146,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$343 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$858 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
85.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mineral County
1
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

Mineral County
2
Nevada
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 28 34
Feb 2 28 37
Mar 2 29 42
Apr 1 12 48
May 1 2 56
Jun 1 0 65
Jul 0 0 72
Aug 0 0 71
Sep 1 0 63
Oct 1 3 52
Nov 2 17 41
Dec 2 24 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, NV State Senate District 17, NV Assembly District 38, NV
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Schools

Hawthorne Elementary School
10 miles, S • 1.9 star
Hawthorne Junior High School
11 miles, S • 1.4 star
Mineral County High School
11 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Western Nevada College
67 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Lake Tahoe Community College
68 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Sierra Nevada College
76 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Carrington College-Reno
79 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Carson Valley Medical Center
55 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Banner Churchill Community Hospital
57 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Mammoth Yosemite Airport
71 miles, SW • 1 star
Reno-Tahoe International Airport
80 miles, N • 2.3 star
Fresno Yosemite International Airport
140 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
144 miles, W • 1 star
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