Pioche, NV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
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
1,213 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,194 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
12 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$196,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$382 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$751 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lincoln County
2
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

Lincoln County
2
Nevada
5
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 15% of residents leaning left and 78% leaning right.

Liberal (15%) (79%) Conservative

Climate

Warm-summer continental climate. Warm summers and cold winters with substantial seasonal variation. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 30
Feb 1 4 34
Mar 1 4 41
Apr 1 2 48
May 1 0 57
Jun 0 0 66
Jul 1 0 73
Aug 1 0 71
Sep 1 0 62
Oct 1 1 51
Nov 1 3 39
Dec 1 6 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Schools

Pioche Elementary School
1 miles, SW · 2.8star
Lincoln County High School
11 miles, S · 3.7star
Panaca Elementary School
12 miles, S · 3.7star
Lincoln Adult
12 miles, S

Colleges

Dixie State University
76 miles, S · 1.4star

Hospitals

Dixie Regional Medical Center
76 miles, S · 5star
Cedar City Hospital
77 miles, SE · 5star
Mesa View Regional Hospital
81 miles, S · 3.2star

Airports

Cedar City Regional Airport
75 miles, SE · 1star
St George Regional Airport
81 miles, S · 1star
McCarran International Airport
135 miles, SW · 4.6star
Elko Regional Airport
211 miles, N · 1star