Indian Hills, NV

Nevada · Metropolitan Area

Indian Hills is a small city in Nevada with a population of 5,772. Residents earn $77,881 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
5,772 Population 395/sq mi density
$77,881 Median Income $43,875 per capita
$469,700 Home Value
$1,417 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$77,881 median income, 1.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$469,700 home value, $1,417/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,881
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $469,700
67% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,417
22% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.6%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

How Indian Hills Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,772
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density395/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,881
Per Capita$43,875
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$5,376M
Commute21 min

Housing

B
Home Value$469,700
Rent$1,417
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain9.3 in/yr
Elevation4,952 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+91.1%
School Score4.96

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
Commute21 min
Libraries1

Is Indian Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Indian Hills receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Indian Hills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Indian Hills is $77,881, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Indian Hills is $469,700, making it a premium housing market at 67% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,417 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Indian Hills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.3 inches, including 14.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Indian Hills has a population of 5,772 with a density of 395 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.2%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

5,772
Total Population
395
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
14.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Indian Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.7%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.3%
16% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Indian Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Indian Hills is $77,881, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Indian Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,881
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,875
Avg Weekly Wage$1,329
IRS Avg AGI$81,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,092
County GDP$5,376M

Business (County)

Restaurants164
Healthcare241
Retail203
Manufacturing101

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,630
32% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Indian Hills is $469,700, 67% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,417 (22% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$469,700
67% above US avg
Median List Price$612,495

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$612,495
$/Sq Ft$362
Homes Sold15
Sale-to-List Ratio99.4%
Price Drops20.9%
Inventory43

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,417
22% above US avg

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-Occupied81.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,630
32% above US avg
Effective Rate0.99%
In Indian Hills, 27.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Indian Hills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.6%
14% below US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate71.0%
Premature Death10,864/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access98.8%
Healthcare Facilities241

Crime Rates: Indian Hills vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Indian Hills has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.3 inches
75% below US avg
Snowfall14.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,952 ft (1,509 m)
Area14.6 sq mi (37.8 km²)
Population Density395/sq mi
Coordinates39.0916°N, 119.7975°W
County FIPS32510
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.3%
D 43.1%

Winner: Republican by 11.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+91.1%
School Test Score4.96
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density395/sq mi
Total Area14.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities241
Restaurants164
Retail Stores203

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Work from Home9.0%

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