Map SearchNevada Description/Overview
It may be hard to imagine that a state covered by desert and known almost predominately for its casinos and gambling has emerged as one of the top retirement destinations in the country. Yet, the National Associaiton of Homebuilders predicts Nevada will become the number one retirement destination in the country within the next decade. The migration has already started. In the last decade, Nevada's population has increased by over 60 percent, making it the fastest growing state in the country.
While not all of Nevada's new residents are retirees, a large number of the 55+ crowd has decided to make Nevada home for any number of reasons. Northerners like Nevada for its warm winters and dry climate. Many nearby Californians area attracted to lower prices and less congestion. In addition, Nevada has no state income tax and low property taxes. On top of all the many great reasons, many newcomers find something inexplicably unique about living in a state filled with casinos, gambling and entertainment for the masses.
While many considering a Nevada retirement might conjure up images of days laying by the pool and nights at the casino. Most retirees who have made Nevada home will tell you that the state that many tourists read about and visit is not the same for the residents of the state. In fact, many of the residents rarely ever hit the Las Vegas strip let alone set foot in a casino.
The people who choose Nevada for retirement enjoy many of Nevada's other great attractions. No doubt, the weather is a major draw for many to this region. But those who move here find a lifestyle that is rich in culture, entertainment and recreation. Nevada offers several dozen 55+ active adult retirement communities around the state. Living in Nevada for retirement most likely involves living in either the Las Vegas/Henderson area or in the Reno/Sparks/Carson City area. Though some retirees have found other great spots in the state, we have focused our search on these two.
Las Vegas/Henderson Area: Though most people who think about Las Vegas immediately think of a wild city full of lights, casinos and gambling, the city has evolved into a major residential hub for all sorts of people. With over 50,000 new residents arriving every year, the Las Vegas housing industry has boomed in the last decade as builders initially struggled to keep up with the demand. For most retirees, a Las Vegas retirement most likely entails one of a couple dozen active adult communities on the outside of Las Vegas or in Henderson
Reno/Sparks/Carson City Area: The Reno area offers many of the attractions of Las Vegas but on a smaller scale. Casinos are plentiful but without the glamour and glitz of Las Vegas, a fact that many of Reno/Sparks residents seem to relish. Set at 4,400 feet, Reno offers a beautiful setting with a great backdrop of snow covered mountains. Reno's higher elevation also means that it enjoys temperatures that are consistently around 15 degrees cooler than Las Vegas. Reno Summers can be very pleasant and winters usually result in over 2 feet of snow. For those worried that Reno might lack social and culture opportunities like nearby Las Vegas, don't worry. Reno is abound with entertainment opportunities including festivals, symphonies, ballets and more. Plus, Reno is a great place for outdoor lovers with the nearby mountains offering countless attractions for nature enthusiasts.