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Boulder City, NV
Boulder City · NV 89005
Updated November 2, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$495K
Median Price
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Walk Score
8/10
Schools
40 min
to Las Vegas/Henderson employment centers
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
ASafety
92/100
B+Schools
80/100
AQuietness
90/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score63/100
Our Take
Boulder City offers a uniquely quiet and stable community with excellent schools and a strong sense of local pride. It's an ideal choice for families and retirees seeking a safe, established environment with abundant outdoor recreation, though it requires car dependency and has an older demographic.
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The Good
- ✓Excellent school ratings (average 8, with many 9s)
- ✓Very low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓High homeownership rate indicating community stability
- ✓Quiet, established, and safe community feel
- ✓Close proximity to Lake Mead and outdoor recreational opportunities
- ✓Unique historic charm as a planned government city
Real Talk
- !Extremely car-dependent with virtually no public transit options
- !The community skews older, with a median age of 53, which might not appeal to younger singles or those seeking a vibrant nightlife
- !Dining and nightlife options are limited compared to larger cities
- !Commutes to major employment centers in Las Vegas or Henderson can be significant
- $Higher transportation costs due to mandatory car ownership and potential longer commutes
- $Limited local shopping and services may necessitate frequent travel to nearby Henderson or Las Vegas
- $Fewer local job opportunities within Boulder City itself for many professions
Best For
FamiliesRetireesOutdoor enthusiastsThose seeking a quiet, small-town communityHomeowners
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Boulder City, NV
A
Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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