Fernley, NV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
23,631 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$87,991 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$352,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$543 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,203 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.8% 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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (68%) Conservative

Climate

Cold desert climate. Very dry climate with cold winters, and limited precipitation. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 33
Feb 1 7 37
Mar 1 5 44
Apr 0 2 49
May 1 0 58
Jun 0 0 66
Jul 0 0 74
Aug 0 0 72
Sep 0 0 64
Oct 1 0 52
Nov 1 3 41
Dec 1 8 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Schools

Silverland Middle School
2 miles, N · 2.3star
A Step Ahead
2 miles, N
Cottonwood Elementary School
3 miles, NW · 2.8star
Lyon County Adult Education
3 miles, NW · 4.1star

Colleges

Milan Institute-Sparks
30 miles, W · 1star
Truckee Meadows Community College
32 miles, NW · 1.4star

Hospitals

Northern Nevada Medical Center
27 miles, W · 4.1star

Airports

Reno-Tahoe International Airport
31 miles, W · 2.3star
Mammoth Yosemite Airport
135 miles, S · 1star
Sacramento International Airport
142 miles, W · 3.2star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
160 miles, SW · 1star