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Owyhee, 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 | $1000/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
The housing market in Owyhee is relatively small and affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes, and some new construction projects underway. Rentals are limited, but available. Home prices have been steady in recent years.
Cost of Living
108
+8% above national average
105
102
105
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.85% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.85% |
| <p>State 4.6% + County 0.5% + City 1.85% (no local sales tax)</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 sidewalks and bike paths
- South Fork State Recreation Area
- Wild Horse Reservoir
- Owyhee River
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📰 Live Local News
Zoning laws and building codes are in place to preserve the rural character of the area, and there are restrictions on outdoor burning and fireworks
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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📊 Owyhee — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Owyhee tend to be higher in the winter months due to heating needs, with average electric bills increasing by 20-30% from December to February. In contrast, summer months see lower utility bills, with a focus on irrigation and outdoor water use.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 89832 has a property tax millage rate of 0.85%, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, due to limited sidewalks and bike paths, but relatively flat terrain and some family-friendly infrastructure, such as parks and outdoor recreation areas
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