Best counties to live in Nevada

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February 18, 2021
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Best counties to live in Nevada

What makes a particular county the best? Oftentimes, it's a good mix of opportunities for fun outdoor activities and cultural attractions. Throw in some historical sites, good schools, job opportunities, and affordable housing, and the county will most likely have happy residents.

Stacker compiled a list of the best counties to live in Nevada using rankings from Niche. Niche ranks counties by a variety of factors including: public schools, educational attainment, cost of living, and housing.

Many counties on the list are experiencing growth due to their job opportunities, education, or home values. Others are adored for their historic or well-designed value, or devotion to cultural opportunities. Keep reading to see if your county made the list.

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#4. Pershing County

- Population: 6,615
- Median home value: $113,000 (67% own)
- Median rent: $678 (33% rent)
- Median household income: $50,491
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#3. Douglas County

- Population: 48,132
- Median home value: $378,800 (71% own)
- Median rent: $1,102 (29% rent)
- Median household income: $66,810
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#2. Clark County

- Population: 2,182,004
- Median home value: $262,700 (54% own)
- Median rent: $1,132 (46% rent)
- Median household income: $59,340
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#1. Washoe County

- Population: 456,936
- Median home value: $334,100 (58% own)
- Median rent: $1,074 (42% rent)
- Median household income: $64,791

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