Living in Storey County, Nevada

A complete guide of the county from schools to diversity

Should You Move to Storey County?

Storey County is home to 6,650 Nevada residents. Over the past ten years, the county has seen an increase in growth of 39.70%, ranking it #1,059 in the US and #7 in Nevada for population growth.

Based on the counties residents and economy, Storey County, NV is OK for retirees and great for families.

When considering schools and educational attainment, 84.1% of residents over 25 years of age graduated high school and 10.4% completed their bachelor’s degree or higher. The majority of students in Storey County attend public school.

If diversity is essential, Storey County received a C grade in diversity.

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How Does Storey County Rank?

C
Retirement
C
Diversity
C
Professionals
B
Raising a Family

Who Lives in Storey County?

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Total Population

6,650

10-Year Change

39.70%

Households are Families

75.4%

Per Households

5

C
Diversity Grade
White alone
67%
Black or African American alone
4.8%
American Indian and Alaska Native alone
3.5%
Asian alone
1.7%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone
0.2%
Hispanic or Latino
22.5%
C
Retirement
B
Raising a Family
Under 5 years
4.8%
Under 18 years
14.8%
Over 65 years
20.4%

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Housing in Storey County

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Total Households

Own vs. Rent

Own 70.1%
Rent 29.9%

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Typical Age of Homes

1980 to 1999

Common Residence Type

mobile homes or other

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Storey County Schools

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F

C

B

C

A
Student-Teacher Ratio

The Storey County School District in Storey County, NV, is home to 433 students across 4 schools. Based on enrollment numbers, Storey County School District ranks #16 in Nevada. Grades from Pre-K to 12 are offered in the district.

Storey County School District received a student-teacher ratio grade of A, averaging students per teacher.

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District Schools

4

Student Enrollments

433

Student-Teacher Ratio

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Cost of Living in Nevada

How Does Nevada Compare?

32
in Cost of Living
20
in Minimum Wage
16
in Living Wage

Nevada State Taxes

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Should you move to Nevada?

Nevada is known for its iconic city of Las Vegas, but beyond the dazzling lights, Nevada boasts award-winning neighborhoods and stunning natural landscapes, including the and Red Rock Canyon.

Plus, the secret is out. Nevada is a very business-friendly state with affordable housing and no state income tax.

Historically, the Nevada economy relied heavily on tourism and mining. But, with the financial perks, Nevada’s two major Metros, the Las Vegas Valley and Reno, have seen expansive growth in both population and a diversifying economy.

Sparks, a Reno suburb, welcomed a in 2016. In January 2023, the company announced a $3.6 billion expansion of the state-of-the-art battery facility adding 3,000 more jobs. After decades of trying, Las Vegas is now home to two professional sports teams, the Raiders and Stanley Cup championship winners the Vegas Golden Knights.

Living in Nevada offers incredible outdoor activities, such as hiking in the stunning Valley of Fire State Park, skiing in the picturesque Lake Tahoe region, and exploring the vast desert landscapes. Residents can access California Beaches, the Grand Canyon, Zion National Park, and Death Valley National Park within a comfortable driving distance.

With its unique blend of natural beauty, economic opportunities, and proximity to beautiful destinations, Nevada continues to attract individuals seeking an exceptional lifestyle. Just beware of the 120-degree summers in Southern Nevada.

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Storey County Economy

The industries, jobs, and economics of the zip code

Median Household Income

$62,841

US Average $74,580

How does Storey County compare?

Unemployment rate

11.9%

Poverty rate

9.1%

Primary Occupations

Natural resources, construction, and maintenance occupations

Secondary Occupations

Construction and extraction occupations

Crime in Storey County

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Crime Rating: Very High Crime

Total Crimes (2022)

300

Crime Rate

Per 100,000 residents

Violent crimes: 1851.9

Murder: 24.4

Violent crimes: 1851.9

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