Household incomes average around $45,799 in Nevada. Rent is about $716/month for a decent place. It's a a small town city with about 7,998 people. With a population of 7,998, Nevada is a small town. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The weather takes some getting used to. Am I overthinking this? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Avery Diaz
We moved here with our family and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Schools in Lakewood area are average. Kids love it here.
36 upvotes
Hudson P.
honestly same experience here
31 upvotes
Everly Ruiz
My experience has been mostly positive. I genuinely enjoy living here. The only thing I'd watch out for is dating scene. Other than that, Feel free to reach out with questions..
31 upvotes
Natalie Hughes
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I love the pace of life here. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
29 upvotes
Lily Cox
Moved here from Tampa about 14 years ago. it's been a really good experience overall. Still getting used to cultural scene but Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
28 upvotes
Emily Anderson
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value dating scene, you'll love it. The housing market is genuinely solid and I've found I genuinely enjoy living here. My neighborhood (Meadowbrook) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from LA, be prepared for the culture shock. housing market is completely different here. And Property taxes are high.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
27 upvotes
Benjamin Carter
I'm a sales manager and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. The community is underrated and there's always something going on.
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lanative2023
Bought a house here in 2024 and I genuinely enjoy living here. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Adam S.
accurate
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Naomi Evans
The food scene here is improving. Tons of great seafood places. it exceeded my expectations.
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Silas Anderson
Hot take but there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. I know a lot of people disagree but after 9 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Autumn R.
Came here for cost of living and stayed because the quality of life is solid. The healthcare is honestly tough and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Carson Brooks
this is the way
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Julian R.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value pet-friendliness, you'll love it. The job market is genuinely tough and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. My neighborhood (The Heights) is stable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Portland, be prepared for the culture shock. healthcare is completely different here. And Limited public transit options.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Alexis D.
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. it's not perfect but it works for me. Compared to Phoenix it's improving.
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