Pahrump, Pahrump NV — neighborhood review

Pahrump, NV

Pahrump · Nye County · NV 89048

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$305K

Median Price

19/100

Walk Score

7.7/10

Schools

45 min

to Las Vegas

Score Breakdown

CAffordability
63/100
BSafety
78/100
BSchools
77/100
B+Quietness
80/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
19/100
WYLT Score65/100

Our Take

Pahrump offers a low-cost housing market and decent schools, but almost everything requires a car, and the area sits in a high flood risk zone. If you’re a remote worker or a retiree who values quiet and affordability, it could work, but lack of transit, dining, and outdoor options are hard to ignore.

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The Good

  • ✓Median home price is well below national average for similar income levels
  • ✓Good school ratings for local elementary and high schools
  • ✓Low overall cost of living compared to larger Nevada cities
  • ✓Quiet, low-traffic community ideal for families and retirees

Real Talk

  • !Flood risk is classified as AO (high), meaning you could face significant flooding during rare events
  • !Walk score is 0, so groceries, healthcare, and entertainment all require a car
  • !Limited dining, nightlife, and cultural amenities—almost everything is a 20‑minute drive
  • !Utility costs (especially water and HVAC in desert climate) can be high and unpredictable
  • $Water scarcity and potential scarcity charges
  • $High HVAC costs in hot summers and cold winters
  • $Limited local grocery options may increase grocery bill

Best For

Remote workers with a reliable home office setupRetirees looking for a low-cost, low-traffic environmentFamilies seeking good schools without the cost of larger citiesOutdoor enthusiasts who enjoy desert landscapes

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Pahrump, NV

B

Safety grade

Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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