Crystal Bay, NV

Nevada

Crystal Bay is a small town in Nevada with a population of 148. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
148 Population 329/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $364,989 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
78.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 78.4%
133% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.8%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Crystal Bay Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population148
Median Age72.7 yrs
Density329/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$364,989
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$127M

Housing

C
Home Value$2,000,001
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Elevation6,379 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+78.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.96

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
CommuteN/A
Broadband97.0%
Libraries4

Is Crystal Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crystal Bay receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Crystal Bay stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crystal Bay is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Crystal Bay among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crystal Bay is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Crystal Bay is a highly educated community — 78.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Crystal Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches, including 179.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Crystal Bay has a population of 148 with a density of 329 people per square mile. The median age is 72.7 years, 87% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

148
Total Population
329
People / sq mi
72.7yrs
Median Age
87% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Crystal Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crystal Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crystal Bay is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Crystal Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$364,989
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$74,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)135
County GDP$127M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare9
Retail7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.21%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home100.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Crystal Bay is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg
Median List Price$2,797,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$2,797,500
$/Sq Ft$1,926
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,056
1 Bedroom$1,135
2 Bedrooms$1,428
3 Bedrooms$1,941
4 Bedrooms$2,352

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Effective Rate0.21%
In Crystal Bay, 22.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 11.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Crystal Bay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.8%
29% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease3.6%
High Blood Pressure21.6%
Asthma9.7%
COPD3.1%
Stroke1.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity11.3%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress8.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death4,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access7.1%
Healthcare Facilities9

Crime Rates: Crystal Bay vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Crystal Bay has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall179.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,379 ft (1,944 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density329/sq mi
Coordinates39.2304°N, 120.0022°W
County FIPS06091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 78.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (133% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.2-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.8%
D 36.6%

Winner: Republican by 24.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+78.4%
133% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.96
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density329/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants21
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home100.0%

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