Summerlin South, NV

Nevada · Metropolitan Area

Summerlin South is a mid-size city in Nevada with a population of 30,075. Residents earn $113,301 per year, which is 51% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
30,075 Population 3,104/sq mi density
$113,301 Median Income $79,604 per capita
$641,600 Home Value
$2,400 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$113,301 median income, 1.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$641,600 home value, $2,400/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
49.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $113,301
51% higher than US avg
Home Value $641,600
128% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.8%
48% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,400
106% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.8%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

How Summerlin South Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population30,075
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density3,104/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

A+
Median Income$113,301
Per Capita$79,604
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$195,936M
Commute24 min

Housing

B
Home Value$641,600
Rent$2,400
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain9.9 in/yr
Elevation2,894 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.8%
High School+95.9%
School Score4.96

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute24 min
EV Stations6
Libraries33

Is Summerlin South a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Summerlin South receives an overall livability score of 4.5 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. Summerlin South stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Summerlin South is $113,301, which is significantly higher than the national average — 51% above $75,149. This places Summerlin South among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Summerlin South is $641,600, making it a premium housing market at 128% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,400 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Summerlin South enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Summerlin South has a population of 30,075 with a density of 3,104 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.3%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.

Population

30,075
Total Population
3,104
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
9.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Summerlin South vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.1%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.9%
34% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Summerlin South vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Summerlin South is $113,301, which is 51% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Summerlin South vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$113,301
51% above US avg
Per Capita Income$79,604
Avg Weekly Wage$1,250
IRS Avg AGI$90,013

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)65,312
County GDP$195,936M

Business (County)

Restaurants5,618
Healthcare6,718
Retail6,464
Manufacturing1,183

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,411
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Work from Home18.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Summerlin South is $641,600, 128% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,400 (106% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$641,600
128% above US avg
Median List Price$863,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$863,000
$/Sq Ft$366
Homes Sold56
Sale-to-List Ratio95.7%
Price Drops21.3%
Inventory230

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,400
106% 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-Occupied72.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,411
55% above US avg
Effective Rate0.84%
In Summerlin South, 25.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Summerlin South vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.8%
20% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity18.1%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate72.9%
Premature Death8,618/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access95.7%
Healthcare Facilities6,718

Crime Rates: Summerlin South vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)236
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Summerlin South has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.9 inches
74% below US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,894 ft (882 m)
Area9.7 sq mi (25.1 km²)
Population Density3,104/sq mi
Coordinates36.1242°N, 115.3324°W
County FIPS32003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 49.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.8%
D 50.4%

Winner: Democrat by 2.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.8%
48% above US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score4.96
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,104/sq mi
Total Area9.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries33
Healthcare Facilities6,718
Restaurants5,618
Retail Stores6,464

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)236
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Work from Home18.4%

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