2021 Best Places to Raise a Family in Nevada

Kingsbury

• Town in Nevada

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• 2,144 Population

Green Valley Ranch

• Neighborhood in Henderson, NV
• Rating 4.13 out of 5  30 reviews

Current Resident: Moving to the Green Valley Ranch community was one of the best decisions I’ve made for my family. It is filled with beautiful parks, dog friendly, and tons of recreational activities for families. The schools are top rated public schools along with some of the best charter schools. If you are looking for a safe place to live this is it...Read 30 Reviews

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• 19,956 Population

Incline Village

• Town in Nevada
• Rating 4.67 out of 5  9 reviews

Current Resident: It's been a wonderful experience living here so far! The people are nice, and the location is perfect. It only takes me ten minutes to walk to the lake and five minutes to walk to restaurants. I also love just how close I am to the outdoors! A trail head is no more than a ten minute drive away. The scenery is breathtaking. The way the sun sets on the lake and gives off an alpine glow as it reflects off the mountains. like a burning crimson fire that's slowly fading into the dark...Read 9 Reviews

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• 8,669 Population

Mogul

• Suburb of Reno, NV
• Rating 4 out of 5  2 reviews

Current Resident: I find the area very quiet and mostly inhabited by the more elderly people and veterans. There are not many younger couples for a reason that I think is because the housing is so expensive many people can only afford apartments. The diversity is absolutly terrible but the area is very full of wildlife and safe but never leave small animals outside alone at night because there are coyotes...Read 2 Reviews

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• 1,334 Population

Westgate

• Neighborhood in Henderson, NV
• Rating 3.67 out of 5  46 reviews

Niche User: The area where I live, Henderson, is my favorite place in the whole world. I have an amazing family, go to an amazing school and in Henderson with it being so close to Las Vegas, about 10 minutes away, there is infinite things you can do. My family and I always go to a place called The District. It is a very fun and comfortable place filled with shops, restaurants, salons, etc. Aside from that, my personal neighborhood is very lovely and so close to my school and many grocery stores, restaurants, smoothie shops, and so much more. I love the place where I live and I would never want to leave...Read 46 Reviews

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• 65,925 Population

Gardnerville

• Town in Nevada
• Rating 3.83 out of 5  23 reviews

Current Resident: When you drop over the hill from Carson City into the Carson Valley, the view literally takes your breath away--it did mine! The rough, majestic Sierra-Nevadas to the right, hinting at the beauty of Lake Tahoe just the other side, and the lush green valley floor spreading out before you...nothing beats it. As you come into the Minden/Gardnerville area, the quaintness and serenity hits you. It's small and lovely, but not TOO small. We have discovered many options here depending on your ideal lifestyle. Apartments, town homes, duplexes, single family homes and large, beautiful ranches. Everyone is friendly if they're local. If you like casino life, (this is Nevada, after all)there are several small casinos, and one that is fairly large, yet they maintain the appearance of a rustic small town. There are some tiny hole-in the wall bars where locals hang that are fun, and many, many adorable antique shops and second hand stores to browse. We have it all!...Read 23 Reviews

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• 6,121 Population

Spanish Springs

• Suburb of Reno, NV
• Rating 4.18 out of 5  28 reviews

Current Resident: Spanish Springs is a family town. Living in this suburb allows families the opportunity to live in a beautiful home with property large enough to store trailers and RV's and have enough room for a landscape allowing the children and the dogs to run free. There are numerous elementary, middle, and high schools that are embedded in the neighborhood allowing for easy drop-off and pick-up access...Read 28 Reviews

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• 15,938 Population

MacDonald Ranch

• Neighborhood in Henderson, NV
• Rating 4 out of 5  11 reviews

Niche User: The atmosphere is safe, beautiful, well-kept. I would absolutely choose to live here again, although the weather is too hot at times and I would prefer a cooler climate.Read 11 Reviews

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• 22,606 Population

Green Valley South

• Neighborhood in Henderson, NV
• Rating 3.71 out of 5  14 reviews

Current Resident: I thoroughly researched all neighborhood in Henderson and decided on Green Valley South. There is less traffic here, better schools and so many trees! This is the best neighborhood in the Las Vegas Area. Everyone is so much nicer here than in California. I may have just moved here in March, but I have considered this my home since 2014. I am also lucky enough to work here, too!...Read 14 Reviews

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• 30,467 Population

Indian Hills

• Suburb of Reno, NV
• Rating 4.33 out of 5  3 reviews

Niche User: The atmosphere of the Carson Valley is a very active one. There are trails all over to hike while being able to view the beautiful Sierra Nevada Mountains. The Carson Valley is only twenty minutes away from Tahoe which allows for frequent trips to the icy blue clear lake. My parents moved to the Carson Valley before I was born and I have lived here since then except for when I go back to school at University of the Pacific for the school year. ... If I could choose to live here again I would definitely do that all over again. There may be mountains throughout the world, but nothing beats the Sierra Nevada's when they are covered in snow or the smell of newly fallen rain upon the hills of sagebrush. Home means Nevada and it will continue to be home until I die...Read 3 Reviews

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• 6,104 Population

Summerlin

• Neighborhood in Las Vegas, NV
• Rating 3.95 out of 5  242 reviews

Current Resident: I grew up in Summerlin and think it is a great neighborhood. My elementary education was private school, middle school education was online, and high school education was a hybrid charter school outside the Summerlin area, so I can’t say much about public schools here. ...Summerlin is very safe and family friendly. Commute time is good; I would say a large part of the Las Vegas map can be covered within 20 minutes of driving. The community is good and the people are nice. When I was around 9 or 10 I would walk over to one of the houses down the street and see if the neighbor’s kids wanted to play.Read 242 Reviews

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• 125,001 Population

Reno

• City in Nevada
• Rating 3.78 out of 5  1,065 reviews

Current Resident: There are so many things to love about Reno. We have a very diverse population and there is always something to do! Throughout the year we hold many festivals and celebrations, usually in the heart of our beloved city. We even have a whole month dedicated to the artists and performers of our community and surrounding areas and it's called Artown. The entire month of July has a wide variety of events; from movies in the park, to food, and live music shows, there is always something for everyone to enjoy. Year round the city stays busy with monthly events and a wide range of entertainment provided by local establishments for people of all ages to enjoy! There's always something to do in Reno...Read 1,065 Reviews

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• 246,500 Population

Green Valley North

• Neighborhood in Henderson, NV
• Rating 3.48 out of 5  61 reviews

Niche User: I rarely have any issues in our neighborhood, but just recently we did have two policemen knocking on our door late at night. One of our neighbors called 911 due to a couple of strange men knocking on their door around 10p.m. claiming that their car broke down and started asking weird questions about our neighborhood. The police showed up immediately but by the time they arrived, the men had disappeared and no vehicle anywhere near seemed to be broken down. The police knocked on our door because we forgot to close our garage door and they just wanted to inform us of what had happened and also to make sure that nothing had been taken from our garage...Read 61 Reviews

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• 54,070 Population

McCullough Hills

• Neighborhood in Henderson, NV
• Rating 4.16 out of 5  19 reviews

Niche User: There is never a dull moment in Henderson, Nevada. If I would have to do it all over again, I would not choose to live anywhere else. The amazing sense of community and overall happy enviornment makes Henderson a spectacular place to live. Henderson is also a great town for families because it is rated as one of the top ten safest cities in the country. It is definitley a town I would like to live in and raise my future family in...Read 19 Reviews

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• 21,482 Population

Anthem

• Neighborhood in Henderson, NV
• Rating 4 out of 5  7 reviews

Current Resident: Anthem is constantly building new housing developments for incoming residents. However, when it comes to businesses, there seems to be a lack of development to make Anthem a well-rounded community. Anthem has some of the most beautiful public parks in Clark County as well as a very family-friendly feel. Diversity seems to be a bit lacking, however, as most of my neighborhood, at least, is Caucasian. I would like to see a more bustling business community emerge here as well as more job opportunities for residents...Read 7 Reviews

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• 13,035 Population

Carson City

• Town in Nevada
• Rating 3.74 out of 5  162 reviews

Current Resident: Carson City has a wonderful small town vibe. Downtown is home to the state capitol and many small businesses. Some of the best food you will find is in downtown Carson! Carson City is the perfect town to access multiple different hiking/walking/biking trails. The mountains are all around you. There is the perfect amount of snow in the winter; not too much and not too little. There are four seasons to enjoy as well. Lake Tahoe is about 1 hour away and is incredibly beautiful. The biggest little city, Reno, is only 30 minutes away for all of your city needs...Read 162 Reviews

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• 54,773 Population

Henderson

• City in Nevada
• Rating 4.47 out of 5  485 reviews

Current Resident: Henderson has a very diverse community, filled with kind and compassionate individuals willing to help a fellow member out! It is safe, comfortable, and has activities that fit an expansive array of interests. The only reason I gave Henderson 4 stars instead of 5 is because at times it can be very clique-y. Although the community has people from all walks of life, it also has some exclusive groups, making it a little harder to make new friends and expand your circle...Read 485 Reviews

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• 300,116 Population

Minden

• Town in Nevada
• Rating 4.14 out of 5  14 reviews

Current Resident: Minden is my quant little town just outside of the capital of Nevada. The view of the snow capped sierras can be see from all directions. The landscapes and farmlands are incredible. It is just big enough that families have opportunities in all aspects, but still small enough to feel a personal connection with those you meet. Everyone is kind, caring, and the community truly sticks together. I wouldn’t want to change my little hometown...Read 14 Reviews

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• 3,151 Population

Enterprise

• Suburb of Las Vegas, NV
• Rating 3.58 out of 5  213 reviews

Current Resident: I live in the community Mountain's Edge in Enterprise. I have lived in this community for almost 9 years, and it has been absolutely amazing! The neighbors and people in my community are kind, respectful, and fun to be around. The neighborhoods are kept clean, and are kid-friendly! I definitely recommend Mountain's Edge in Enterprise, Nevada...Read 213 Reviews

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• 171,108 Population

Sparks

• Suburb of Reno, NV
• Rating 3.78 out of 5  332 reviews

Current Resident: I like the Sparks-Reno area as a person that has lived there for about 4 years now. It is a city in a sense that there are plenty of stores for most things you can think of as well as plenty of recreational activities to participate in. Tahoe is only about an hour away so that it always a plus. But despite being a city, the area doesn't feel too overwhelming, such as a city like Los Angeles. The only downside is there are certainly parts of the Reno-Sparks area that are more developed than others...Read 332 Reviews

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Paradise Hills

• Neighborhood in Henderson, NV
• Rating 3.78 out of 5  23 reviews

Parent: Our community has a fabulous support system be it the schools, clubs, organizations, and places of worship.Read 23 Reviews

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• 15,576 Population

Gibson Springs

• Neighborhood in Henderson, NV
• Rating 3.71 out of 5  28 reviews

Niche User: The atmosphere of the area is generally clean as far as appearance. No homes are run down and people take good care of their homes. However, it is so hot, and many areas must keep the houses looking the same, so the homes themselves are not very individual or unique to others. I would choose to live here again however, because the homes and the people are nice and there are not a lot of scary crimes or discomfort in this area. The area is continuing to expand with houses and people so it will continue to grow into an even better living environment...Read 28 Reviews

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• 20,952 Population

Gardnerville Ranchos

• Town in Nevada
• Rating 3.8 out of 5  25 reviews

Current Resident: All in all a great family, ranching and farm community. Some schools are great. Would rate it higher in safety, but have had a few incidents in the past few years locally that have dragged down the rating...Read 25 Reviews

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• 11,380 Population

Moapa Valley

• Town in Nevada
• Rating 4.57 out of 5  7 reviews

Current Resident: Moapa Valley is a small town with conservative views, mostly members of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. If you are in need of some grub no fear McDonalds is here, as one of the three food options you can chose from for you nutrient consuming needs. It also is one of the only places where you can look out into your backyard and not only see your lovely natural landscape but wild coyotes and aggressive quails that love to squirm their way into your warm, inviting home. Not only is it a close knit community, you never have to worry about carrying the burden of keeping a secret to yourself because every stay at home mom with the accessibility to wifi will share it for you via Facebook on Moapa valleys very own page dedicated to lie and share gossip about other moms, teenagers, and new residents, all behind the screen of course so everyone's feelings are spared, known as Moapa valley Rant and Rave. Over all its a wonderful place to live 10 out of 10 would recommend...Read 7 Reviews

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• 7,213 Population

Verdi

• Suburb of Reno, NV
• Rating 3.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Current Resident: It is a beautiful small town where the people are very close knit. The only thing I would like to change is their be more law enforcement(many dui's and accidents occur here) and less constructionRead 2 Reviews

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• 1,287 Population