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Gardnerville, NV Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
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 | $2000/mo |
| Median Home Price | $340,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| 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
108
+8% above national average
105
102
105
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 7.725% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| <p>State 6.5% + County 0.5% + City 0.725%</p> | |
Nevada has no state income tax
Family & Relocation
60
7.2/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
Public transit is limited, but the area is relatively flat and walkable, with some bike lanes and sidewalks
- Lake Tahoe
- Carson Valley Museum
- Genoa Lakes Golf Course
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📰 Live Local News
Strict building codes and zoning regulations to preserve the area’s natural beauty and rural character
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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📊 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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