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Sun Valley, NV Utility & Living Guide
Sun Valley is a census-designated place (CDP) in Washoe County, Nevada, United States. The population was 21,178 at the 2020 census. It is north of Reno and is part of the Reno-Sparks metropolitan area.
Monthly Utility Costs
$130/mo
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$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| Median Home Price | $340,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.95% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Sun Valley is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are also available, but may be limited. The area is seeing some new development, particularly in the form of single-family homes.
Cost of Living
108
+8% above national average
105
96
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 8.265% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.95% |
| <p>State 6.5% + County 0.5% + City 1.265%</p> | |
Nevada has no state income tax
Family & Relocation
60
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
The public transit system in Sun Valley is limited, but the area is relatively flat and walkable, making it accessible for strollers and families
- Tahoe Reno Industrial Center
- Reno Philharmonic
- Great Basin Brewing Company
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📰 Live Local News
Residents are subject to Washoe County ordinances and regulations, including those related to zoning, building codes, and environmental protection
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
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📊 Sun Valley — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Sun Valley tend to be higher in the winter months due to heating needs, with average bills increasing by 20-30% from December to February. In the summer, costs are relatively stable, with some increase in electricity usage due to air conditioning.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 89433 has a property tax millage rate of 0.95%, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, with explanation: Sun Valley has decent sidewalk quality and some park access, but elevator access in transit is limited and family infrastructure could be improved
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