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Washoe County
  • County in Nevada

Report Card

grade B+
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Public Schools
    grade A
  2. Housing
    grade C minus
  3. Nightlife
    grade A minus
  4. Good for Families
    grade B+
  5. Diversity
    grade A
  6. Jobs
    grade B minus
  7. Weather
    grade A+
  8. Cost of Living
    grade D+
  9. Health & Fitness
    grade A
  10. Outdoor Activities
    grade B+
  11. Commute
    grade A minus

editorial

Washoe County is located in Nevada with a population of 479,758. In Washoe County, most residents own their homes. In Washoe County there are a lot of bars and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Washoe County and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Washoe County are highly rated.

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Population
479,758

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$388,600
National
$244,900
Median Rent
$1,251
National
$1,163
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    42%
  • Own
    58%
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Washoe County Rankings

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Crime & Safety

Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Assault
    414.6
    national  282.7
  • Murder
    6
    national  6.1
  • Rape
    56.3
    national  40.7
  • Robbery
    139.8
    national  135.5
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Burglary
    556.5
    national  500.1
  • Theft
    1,887.7
    national  2,042.8
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    530.9
    national  284

Residents

Diversity
grade A
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Age
  • <10 years
    12%
  • 10-17 years
    10%
  • 18-24 years
    9%
  • 25-34 years
    15%
  • 35-44 years
    13%
  • 45-54 years
    12%
  • 55-64 years
    13%
  • 65+ years
    16%
Education Levels
  • Master's degree or higher
    13%
    national  13%
  • Bachelor's degree
    20%
    national  21%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    32%
    national  29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    24%
    national  26%
  • Less than high school diploma
    11%
    national  11%

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Washoe County Reviews

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