Living in Douglas County, Nevada

Douglas County is a county in Nevada with a population of around 47,710.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,311/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $652K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 41°F) and warm summers (highs around 76°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Douglas County has older demographics, with a median age of 52 and a predominantly working-class population (29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.