⚡ Featured Deal
Essentials for Your New Home
🛒 Shop This Deal NowAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Alamo, NV Utility & Living Guide
Alamo is an unincorporated town in Lincoln County, Nevada, United States, about 90 miles (140 km) north of Las Vegas along U.S. Route 93. As of the 2010 census it had a population of 1,080.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
—
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1000/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2000/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
The housing market in Alamo is relatively small, with limited inventory and moderate growth. Homes are generally affordable, with prices ranging from $200,000 to $400,000. Rentals are also available, but options may be limited.
Cost of Living
98
-2% below national average
105
92
110
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.85% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| <p>State 4.6% + County 2.25% + City 0.0%</p> | |
Nevada has no state income tax
Family & Relocation
60
7.2/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
Alamo has limited public transportation, but the town is small and walkable, making it relatively stroller-friendly
- Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge
- Alamo Lake
- Lincoln County Fairgrounds
Best Neighborhoods for Families
Household Budget Calculator
Estimate your real monthly cost of living in Alamo based on your household profile.
📰 Live Local News
Lincoln County has zoning regulations and building codes in place to ensure safe and responsible development
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
Find Another City Guide
Search by city name or ZIP code to find utility costs, housing data and cost of living guides.
📊 Alamo — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Summer months bring higher electricity bills due to air conditioning usage, while winter months see increased costs for heating. However, the overall cost of utilities in Alamo remains relatively stable throughout the year.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 89001 has a property tax millage rate of 0.85%, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, Alamo's sidewalks and parks are generally well-maintained, but the town's rural setting and limited public transportation options may pose challenges for families with strollers
Nevada Living Report — July 27, 2026
Nevada has long been a land of reinvention, a place where desert landscapes meet the glitter of urban...
Read more →
Nevada Living Report — July 26, 2026
For those considering a move to Nevada, the Silver State offers a tantalizing mix of desert landscapes, low...
Read more →
Nevada Living Report — July 25, 2026
Nevada, long known as a transient destination for tourists and gamblers, is quietly reinventing itself as a permanent...
Read more →
Nevada Living Report — July 24, 2026
Nevada’s population has reached just over 3.1 million residents, a figure that swells and contracts with the rhythms...
Read more →
Get your home essentials, storage, and moving supplies delivered.
Shop Moving EssentialsAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.