This is the fastest-growing area in Nevada

What’s a boomtown, and what Nevada towns are considered boomtowns? First of all, boomtowns are the fastest-growing cities in America, because of fast rapid business and population growth. They’re the hot spot to live and buy property, and they’re only getting hotter. As for Nevada, fastest-growing area news, here’s the scoop.

So, which boomtowns are, well, booming around America? GOBankingRates recently released a study with the biggest boomtowns in every state. To conduct the study, they looked at the “one-, five- and eight-year changes in population, occupied housing units and owner-occupied housing units of cities with a population of more than 25,000 but less than 500,000.”

Nevada Fastest-Growing Area

So, which Nevada town is the fastest-growing in the entire state? The answer is Enterprise. That area’s change in population in one year was 2.32%, five years was 69.39% and eight years was 84.90%. According to Niche.com, “Enterprise is a suburb of Las Vegas with a population of 219,566. Enterprise is in Clark County and is one of the best places to live in Nevada. Living in Enterprise offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Enterprise there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.” They add that, “Many families and young professionals live in Enterprise and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Enterprise are above average.” Find the full list of the most booming cities in America here.

Nevada: 10 Best Places to Retire

  • 10. Paradise

    Niche.com ranks this city the No. 10 best city in the state of Nevada to retire. Paradise has a population of 189,852, according to the outlet. It’s located in Clark County.

    Living in Paradise

    Paradise is a city in Nevada with a population of 189,852. Paradise is in Clark County. Living in Paradise offers residents an urban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Paradise there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Paradise and residents tend to lean liberal.

  • 9. Indian Hills

    Niche.com ranks this city the No. 9 best city in the state of Nevada to retire. Indian Hills is a suburb of Reno with a population of 5,955.

    Living in Indian Hills

    Indian Hills is a suburb of Reno with a population of 5,955. Indian Hills is in Douglas County. Living in Indian Hills offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. Many young professionals and retirees live in Indian Hills and residents tend to lean conservative.

  • 8. Yerington

    Niche.com ranks this city the No. 8 best city in the state of Nevada to retire. Yerington has a population of just 3,093. Niche.com says the town “offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes.”

    Living in Yerington

    Yerington is a town in Nevada with a population of 3,093. Yerington is in Lyon County. Living in Yerington offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many retirees live in Yerington and residents tend to lean conservative. Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S.

  • 7. Minden

    Niche.com ranks this city the No. 7 best city in the state of Nevada to retire. Minden is located in Douglas County and has a population of just 3,335.

    Living in Minden

    Minden is a town in Nevada with a population of 3,335. Minden is in Douglas County. Living in Minden offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In Minden there are a lot of parks. Many young professionals and retirees live in Minden and residents tend to lean conservative.

  • 6. Spring Valley

    Niche.com ranks this city the No. 6 best city in the state of Nevada to retire. If you’re looking for a larger town than many on this list, Spring Valley is a suburb of Las Vegas with a population of 217,441.

    Living in Spring Valley

    Spring Valley is a suburb of Las Vegas with a population of 217,441. Spring Valley is in Clark County and is one of the best places to live in Nevada. Living in Spring Valley offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents rent their homes.

  • 5. Incline Village

    Niche.com ranks this city the No. 5 best city in the state of Nevada to retire. With a population of 9,440, Incline Village is also ranked the No. 2 best suburb to live in Nevada.

    Living in Incline Village

    Incline Village is a town in Nevada with a population of 9,440. Incline Village is in Washoe County and is one of the best places to live in Nevada. Living in Incline Village offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes.

  • 4. Laughlin

    Niche.com ranks this city the No. 4 best city in the state of Nevada to retire. According to Niche.com, “Living in Laughlin offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes.”

    Living in Laughlin

    Laughlin is a town in Nevada with a population of 8,174. Laughlin is in Clark County. Living in Laughlin offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Laughlin there are a lot of bars, coffee shops, and parks. Many retirees live in Laughlin and residents tend to be conservative.

  • 3. Boulder City

    Niche.com ranks this city the No. 3 best city in the state of Nevada to retire. Niche.com says, “n Boulder City there are a lot of parks.” Perfect for seniors to get outdoors!

    Living in Boulder City

    Boulder City is a town in Nevada with a population of 14,868. Boulder City is in Clark County. Living in Boulder City offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Boulder City there are a lot of parks. Many retirees live in Boulder City and residents tend to be conservative.

  • 2. Gardnerville

    Niche.com ranks this city the No. 2 best city in the state of Nevada to retire. Not that it matters if you’re retired, but Niche.com says, “public schools in Gardnerville are highly rated.”

    Living in Gardnerville

    Gardnerville is a town in Nevada with a population of 6,037. Gardnerville is in Douglas County. Living in Gardnerville offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Gardnerville there are a lot of bars and parks. Many retirees live in Gardnerville and residents tend to lean conservative.

  • 1. Mesquite

    Niche.com ranks this city the No. 1 best city in the state of Nevada to retire. Mesquiet has a population of 20,019. It also offers a ” sparse suburban feel.”

    Living in Mesquite

    Mesquite is a town in Nevada with a population of 20,019. Mesquite is in Clark County. Living in Mesquite offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many retirees live in Mesquite and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Mesquite are above average.

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