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A Mesquite, Nevada welcome sculpture and palm trees fronts the Casablanca Resort & Casino with mountains rising in the background. Image credit Steve Lagreca via Shutterstock.

6 Safest Towns In Nevada For Senior Living

Home to beautiful man-made and natural wonders, Nevada provides a safe and unique destination for retirement. While the state is best known for Las Vegas and the gambling culture, you will not be taking a gamble when you retire to Nevada. Nevada harbors safe cities with a tremendous amount of landmarks nearby that will always keep you busy, including the Hoover Dam and Lake Tahoe! Featuring quality healthcare, affordable housing, and, most importantly, safe environments, these are some of the best places to retire in Nevada.

Mesquite

Welcome to Mesquite sign welcoming visitors to the charming small town in Nevada
Welcome to Mesquite sign welcoming visitors to the charming small town in Nevada. Image credit: Stan Shebs via Wikimedia Commons.

Mesquite is a beautiful and scenic Nevada town that is heaven on earth, particularly for golfers! Mesquite features eight golf courses, all nestled in the foothills of the stunning Virgin Mountains. The crown jewel of golf courses in Mesquite is Falcon Ridge, which winds you through the canyons of Northwest Mesquite while offering awe-inspiring views. Mesquite, a larger town with 21,000 residents, has very low crime rates per capita, particularly for violent offenses. CrimeGrade.org gives Mesquite an A- in the category of violent crimes, so rest assured you can feel safe as a retiree here. According to FBI statistics, there has not been a homicide in Mesquite for the last 10 years. Mesquite is a senior haven, hosting a median population age of 62, so you will surely find some new friends as well. Property costs are slightly below the national average. According to realtor.com, the current median sold home price is $368,000. Regarding healthcare, Mesa View Regional Hospital is located right in Mesquite and offers quality care to the residents of Mesquite.

Boulder City

Cafe and restaurant center of Boulder City.
Cafe and restaurant center of Boulder City. Editorial credit: Laurens Hoddenbagh / Shutterstock.com

Boulder City, home to the incredible Hoover Dam, is a safe haven for retirees and includes stunning natural and man-made wonders. Constructed in 1935, the Hoover Dam provides thousands of megawatts of electricity to the nearby infrastructure and reigns as the largest dam in the United States. To experience this immense structure, you can take a drive on the Mike O'Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge or take a guided tour on a Hoover Dam rafting adventure! Regarding safety, Boulder City prides itself on exceptionally low crime rates. Boulder City holds an A- grade on CrimeGrade, placing this town in the 79th percentile of safest cities. According to FBI crime statistics, this data is confirmed, particularly because Boulder City has not experienced any robberies in the last two years. Boulder City Hospital is conveniently located in town and provides the best treatment for all residents.

Incline Village

Snow-covered homes in Incline Village, Nevada
Snow-covered homes in Incline Village, Nevada

Nestled on the picturesque shores of Lake Tahoe lies the close-knit town of Incline Village. Lake Tahoe is an ideal place for retirees who crave outdoor activities like hiking, paddleboarding, and canoeing. Encompassing the gorgeous lake is the majestic Sierra Nevada mountain range; you are sure to never be without incredible views. Incline Village features premium hiking around Lake Tahoe, and Monkey Rock is a popular destination for hikers. CrimeGrade places Incline Village in the 68th percentile of safest cities, citing low rates of drug crimes. Incline Village Community Hospital is conveniently located in town and harbors excellent healthcare for residents.

Gardnerville

Downtown Gardnerville, Nevada.
Downtown Gardnerville, Nevada. Image credit Jasperdo via Flickr.com

Gardnerville is another scenic retirement destination known for its friendly community and great healthcare facilities. Gardnerville is located 25 minutes from the eccentric Nevada capital, Carson City, in the southern half of Carson Valley. Among the plenteous activities in Gardnerville is taking your tackle box over to Angler’s Edge for unique fly fishing opportunities. In terms of hiking, Gardnerville provides stunning views from Freel, Jobs, and Jobs Sister peaks which all top out at 10,000 feet in elevation and give picturesque views overlooking the town. CrimeGrade rates Gardnerville as a B+, indicating especially low property and violent crime rates. Carson Valley Health, which is located in Gardnerville, was awarded the Outstanding Patient Experience Award in 2023.

Yerington

 Main Street in downtown Yerington, Nevada.
Main Street in downtown Yerington, Nevada. Image credit: Famartin via Wikimedia Commons.

Yerington is a cozy Nevada town featuring low property crime rates and a vibrant senior community. Yerington has a population of only 3,000 residents, with 40% of them aged 65 or older. This welcoming senior community is drawn to Yerington because of its low property crime rate. FBI statistics show that burglary rates are exceptionally low compared with similar towns in Nevada. In terms of outdoor activities, the Walker River State Recreation Area spans 12,000 acres and features hiking and cycling opportunities along the East Walker River. Yerington also has relatively low property costs, with the median sold home price being approximately $100,000 below the national average.

Spanish Springs

Aerial view of a residential district neighborhood in the mountains near Spanish Springs/Reno Sparks, Nevaa
Aerial view of a residential district neighborhood in the mountains near Spanish Springs/Reno Sparks, Nevada

Spanish Springs is touted as one of the safest towns in America! CrimeGrade gives Spanish Springs an A+ in all crime categories, placing the area in the 97th percentile of safety among American communities. The chance of being a crime victim in Spanish Springs is as low as 1 in 90! Spanish Springs lies on the beautiful shores of Pyramid Lake, which features boating opportunities and a diverse ecosystem to enjoy. Regarding healthcare, Northern Nevada Medical Center is just a short drive away in nearby Sparks and is ranked among the top 100 best hospitals for spine surgery.

Nevada, featuring unique landmarks like the infamous Hoover Dam while providing safe communities, prides itself on its accessibility to retirees. Known as the “Silver State” for the silver rush of the 1800s, this timeless state provides more than silver and gold to retirees; it also provides peace of mind. Knowing your community is safe will ensure you and your loved ones can relax easily in retirement. Experience all Nevada has to offer your retirement so you can one day call the beautiful mountain ranges and mesas home.

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