Gardnerville, NV Utility & Living Guide

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Gardnerville, NV Utility & Living Guide

Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$280/mo
1BR Rent$1100/mo
Sales Tax7.725%
COL Index108 (+8% above national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$340,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

NV Energy
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$50/mo

Douglas County Public Works
🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Douglas Disposal
📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead$280/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1100/mo
2 Bedrooms$1400/mo
3 Bedrooms$2000/mo
Median Home Price$340,000
Property Tax Rate0.85%
Avg Childcare/mo$900

The housing market in Gardnerville is growing with new developments and a mix of old and new homes, prices are relatively high due to the area’s natural beauty and proximity to Lake Tahoe, renters can expect to pay around $1,100 for a one-bedroom apartment

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

108

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+8% above national average

Groceries

105

Transportation

102

Healthcare

105

Childcare/mo

$900

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7.725%
Property Tax Rate0.85%
<p>State 6.5% + County 0.5% + City 0.725%</p>

Nevada has no state income tax

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
7/10
Safety Index

60

Higher = safer
School Rating

7.2/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$900/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+2% (growing)
Political Climate
Red
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in tourism, healthcare, and technology
Top Local Concerns
Traffic, affordable housing, water conservation
🚌 Transit for Families

Public transit is limited, but the area is relatively flat and walkable, with some bike lanes and sidewalks

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Lake Tahoe
  • 🎯
    Carson Valley Museum
  • 🎯
    Genoa Lakes Golf Course

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The downtown area and surrounding neighborhoods offer a charming small-town feel, with easy access to parks and outdoor recreation, the newer developments on the outskirts of town offer more modern amenities and larger homes

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📰 Live Local News

Strict building codes and zoning regulations to preserve the area’s natural beauty and rural character

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📊 Gardnerville — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Gardnerville fluctuate significantly with the seasons, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning and higher propane bills in the winter for heating, residents can expect to pay around $200 more per month for electricity in the summer

🏛️ Local Tax Details

The ZIP code 89410 has a property tax millage rate of 0.85%, with no local surtaxes

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6 - Gardnerville has some sidewalks and bike lanes, but the area is not highly stroller-friendly due to limited public transit and some uneven terrain

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