Spanish Springs, NV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
17,512 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$121,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$600,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$599 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,734 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
87.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Washoe County
5
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

Washoe County
5
Reno Metro Area
5
Nevada
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (53%) Conservative

Climate

Cold semi-arid climate. Dry grassland climate with cold winters and moderate seasonal temperature swings. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 8 33
Feb 3 6 37
Mar 2 5 43
Apr 1 2 48
May 1 0 56
Jun 1 0 64
Jul 0 0 71
Aug 0 0 70
Sep 1 0 63
Oct 1 0 52
Nov 2 3 41
Dec 3 7 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Van Gorder Elementary School
2 miles, SW · 4.1star
Yvonne Shaw Middle School
3 miles, W · 2.3star
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Colleges

Milan Institute-Sparks
10 miles, SW · 1star
University of Nevada-Reno
11 miles, W · 2.8star
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Hospitals

Northern Nevada Medical Center
8 miles, SW · 4.1star
Renown Regional Medical Center
11 miles, SW · 2.3star
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Airports

Reno-Tahoe International Airport
12 miles, SW · 2.3star
Sacramento International Airport
122 miles, W · 3.2star
Mammoth Yosemite Airport
147 miles, S · 1star
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
148 miles, SW · 1star
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